How to Pronounce "call on"
expression
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KAHL-awn
kˈɔːl/ /ˈɒn
KAWL-on
Definition
To ask someone to do something, especially to answer a question or provide help. It can also mean to visit someone formally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
kˈɔːl/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHL-awn
UK
KAWL-on
Listen in Context
The teacher will call on you to answer the question.
I will call on my friend after work.
She decided to call on her neighbors to ask for help.
If you need advice, you can always call on me.