How to Say "don't call" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “don't call” is “llames” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Necesito que me llames tan pronto como llegues.
I need you to call me as soon as you arrive.
No llames a la puerta ahora; están durmiendo.
Don't knock on the door now; they are sleeping.
Es posible que llames al número equivocado.
It is possible that you call the wrong number.
Subjunctive Trigger
This form ('llames') is used after verbs that express desire, emotion, doubt, or necessity, like 'querer que' (to want that) or 'necesitar que' (to need that).
Negative Commands
To tell someone (using 'tú') NOT to do something, you use this exact form: 'No llames' means 'Don't call.' The affirmative command is different: 'Llama' (Call!).
Confusing Commands
Mistake: “Using 'No llamas' for 'Don't call.'”
Correction: You must use the subjunctive form for negative 'tú' commands: 'No llames.' The form 'llamas' is only for stating facts: 'Tú llamas' (You call).
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