Not necessarily. The message "the number you have dialed has not been recognized" typically indicates that the number you are trying to reach is invalid or does not exist in the telephone system. There could be several reasons for this:
Incorrect Number: It's possible that you may have dialed the wrong number. Double-check the number and try dialing again to ensure you have the correct digits.
Disconnected or Out of Service: The number you are trying to reach might be disconnected or out of service due to various reasons like non-payment, cancellation of service, or technical issues with the telephone network.
Temporary Network Issue: Sometimes, there might be temporary network disruptions or issues that prevent the call from going through correctly. In such cases, trying the call again later might work.
Number Porting: If the person you are trying to reach recently switched carriers or ported their number to a different service provider, there might be a temporary period during which the number is not recognized by the new carrier's network.
Blocked Number: While it's possible that you may have been blocked if your calls go directly to voicemail without ringing or if you receive a message indicating that you have been blocked, the "number not recognized" message itself is not a clear indicator of being blocked.
If you suspect that you have been blocked, there are other signs you can look for, such as consistently going to voicemail without ringing, receiving busy signals every time you call, or not receiving any response to messages. However, even these signs might not be conclusive evidence of being blocked, as other factors like phone settings, network issues, or the recipient's phone being turned off can also cause similar behavior.
If you want to confirm whether you have been blocked, consider reaching out to the person through other means, such as email, social media, or in person, to clarify the situation.