How to Pronounce "cattle call"
expression
ˈkætəɫ/ /ˈkɔɫ
KAT-uhl-KAWL
kˈætəl/ /kˈɔːl
KAT-uhl-KAWL
Definition
A 'cattle call' is a large audition where many people try out at once, usually in acting, modeling, or entertainment. It can also mean any event where a group of people is invited to compete or apply for something at the same time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkætəɫ/ /ˈkɔɫ
British English
kˈætəl/ /kˈɔːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAT-uhl-KAWL
UK
KAT-uhl-KAWL
Listen in Context
There was a cattle call for dancers at the theater today.
She went to a cattle call for a new TV show.
The director organized a cattle call to find fresh talent.
Honestly, I hate cattle calls—they're chaotic and stressful.