Bingo Calls: A Bingo Calling Numbers Guide

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The Bingo Callers Guide

If you’re playing online bingo, it’s easy to see instantly at a glance what the next number is. However, good bingo calls can make all the difference to the experience, especially during live games or when you play bingo in a physical location.

Whether you’re looking for some tips about how to be better at bingo calling, or what to look for in a bingo caller, we’ve got you covered with this essential guide.

What Makes Good Bingo Calling?

An exceptional bingo caller significantly enhances the overall experience at Gala Bingo, whether in a vibrant bingo room or an exhilarating live casino environment. The caller's contribution is vital for ensuring the game progresses seamlessly.

Key attributes of a proficient bingo caller include a clear and assertive voice, along with a comprehensive understanding of the game. It is imperative that players can easily comprehend each number announced, thereby eliminating any potential confusion during play. A caller who employs a lively tone and exudes enthusiasm can greatly enrich the atmosphere, keeping participants entertained and engaged throughout the event.

Moreover, consistency is essential; maintaining a uniform calling pace allows players to establish their rhythm. Furthermore, providing reminders about the game format before each round, such as "we're aiming for one line" or "full house wins," helps ensure that all participants remain focused and enhances the excitement within the bingo room.

Bingo Number Sayings

In the world of online bingo, each variation comes with its own set of bingo calls, adding unique flavour and excitement to the gameplay.

In 90-ball bingo, players are often familiar with calls like "Two little ducks" for 22, and "Doctor’s orders" for 9, bringing a fun, rhythmic feel to the game. 80-ball bingo introduces a new twist with its smaller grid, where calls such as "Seven and eight, the score of the game" for 78 or "Four and four, time for more" for 44 can add humour and engagement. 75-ball bingo, with its 5x5 grid, uses a range of calls, like "One little duck" for 1 or "Six and five, stay alive," which keep players on their toes. For those who prefer something quicker, 50-ball bingo brings calls like "One fat lady" for 50, offering speed with a touch of wit. The fastest variation, 30-ball bingo, includes rapid calls such as "Three and zero, let’s go" for 30, making it the perfect choice for players seeking an accelerated experience.

Whether it's the playful numbers of 90-ball bingo or the fast-paced calls in 30-ball bingo, these unique terms enhance the fun and engagement for players in every variation.

Numbers List of Bingo Calls

You’ll still find bingo number names in some places, so here are the most common phrases you should know:

Number 1 - Kelly's eye | Blind one
Number 2 - Me and you | One little duck
Number 3 - You and me
Number 4 - Knock at the door
Number 5 - Man alive
Number 6 - Tom’s tricks
Number 7 - God’s in heaven
Number 8 - One fat lady | Garden gate
Number 9 - Doctor’s orders
Number 10 - one oh, number 10 | <insert current Prime Minister’s name> den
Number 11 - legs eleven, all the ones
Number 12 - one dozen, a monkey’s cousin
Number 13 - Unlucky for some
Number 14 - Valentine’s Day
Number 15 - Rugby team | Young and keen
Number 16 - Sweet sixteen | Never been kissed
Number 17 - Often been kissed | Dancing queen
Number 18 - Coming of age | Key of the door
Number 19 - Goodbye teens
Number 20 - Getting plenty | Blind 20
Number 21 - Key of the door | Royal salute
Number 22 - Two little ducks
Number 23 - Thee and me
Number 24 - Two dozen
Number 25 - Duck and dive
Number 26 - Bed and breakfast | Pick and mix | Half a crown
Number 27 - Gateway to heaven | Little duck with a crutch
Number 28 - Overweight | In a state
Number 29 - You’re doing fine | Rise and shine
Number 30 - Dirty Gertie | Burlington Bertie | Flirty Thirty | Speed limit | Blind 30
Number 31 - Get up and run
Number 32 - Buckle my shoe
Number 33 - Two little fleas | All the feathers | Sherwood Forest | Dirty knees
Number 34 - Ask for more
Number 35 - Jump and jive
Number 36 - Three dozen
Number 37 - A flea in heaven
Number 38 - Christmas cake
Number 39 - Those famous steps
Number 40 - Naughty forty | life begins
Number 41 - Time for fun
Number 42 - Winny the Pooh
Number 43 - Down on your knees
Number 44 - Droopy drawers
Number 45 - Halfway there | Halfway house
Number 46 - Up to tricks
Number 47 - Four and seven
Number 48 - Four dozen
Number 49 - Nick nick | Copper | PC
Number 50 - Blind 50 | Bulls eye | Half a century
Number 51 - Tweak of the thumb
Number 52 - Danny La Rue | Weeks in a year
Number 53 - Stuck in the tree | Here comes Herbie
Number 54 - Clean the floor
Number 55 - Snakes alive
Number 56 - Was she worth it?
Number 57 - Heinz varieties
Number 58 - Make them wait | Choo Choo Thomas
Number 59 - Brighton line
Number 60 - Five dozen | Blind 60 | Three score
Number 61 - Bakers bun
Number 62 - Turn on the screw | Tickety boo
Number 63 - Des Eerie | Tickle me
Number 64 - The Beatles number | Red raw | Almost retired
Number 65 - Old age pension
Number 66 - Clickety click
Number 67 - Made in heaven
Number 68 - Saving grace
Number 69 - Your place or mine | The same both ways | Meal for two | Either way up
Number 70 - Blind 70 | Three score and ten
Number 71 - Bang on the drum
Number 72 - A crutch and a duck
Number 73 - A crutch and a flea | Queen bee
Number 74 - Hit the floor | Candy store
Number 75 - Strive and strive
Number 76 - Trombones
Number 77 - Two little crutches | Sunset strip
Number 78 - Heaven’s gate
Number 79 - One more time
Number 80 - Blind 80 | Gandhi’s breakfast | Eight and blank
Number 81 - Fat lady and a little wee | Stop and run
Number 82 - Fat lady with a duck | Straight on through
Number 83 - Time for tea | Fat lady with a flea
Number 84 - Seven dozen
Number 85 - Staying alive
Number 86 - Between the sticks
Number 87 - Torquay in Devon
Number 88 - Two fat ladies
Number 89 - All but one | Nearly there
Number 90 - Top of the house | Top of the shop | End of the line | Blind 90

Tailor Your Bingo Calls to the Audince

As you might have noticed, some of the bingo phrases are a little risqué - especially for numbers like 69 - so some might have to be tailored to be more appropriate for the audience, depending on the setting.

We love a good bingo phrase here at Gala - they’re a fun bingo tradition that lots of players love. If you’re getting ready to play one of our bingo games online, why not check out our other bingo guides before you dive in?

FAQ

What are bingo calls and why are they important?

Bingo calls are fun, often rhyming phrases used by the caller to announce the numbers drawn during a bingo game. They help keep the game lively and entertaining, and they make it easier for players to identify the numbers.

Do Bingo Calls vary depending on the type of bingo game being played?

Yes, bingo calls can vary depending on the game being played. For example, in 90-ball bingo, you’ll hear calls like "Two little ducks" for 22, while in 75-ball bingo, you might hear "One little duck" for 1. Each bingo variation has its own set of calls tailored to the numbers and the game format, making each experience distinct.

How do I learn all the bingo calls?

The best way to become familiar with them is to play regularly, as repetition helps solidify the calls in your memory. Join our online bingo communities at Gala Bingo where players share their favourite calls, making it easier to pick up the lingo while enjoying the game.

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