To go to see someone vs To call on someone

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

Hi all,

Can we say that the following sentences have the same meaning?

  • Why don’t we go to see him?
  • Why don’t we call on him?

Thanks in advance. Cheerio

2

Yes. They both have the same idea. ‘Call on’ suggests more precisely the idea of paying a visit.

3

Hi Alan, thanks a lot.