Call over Meaning in English
expression
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈoʊvɝ
KAWL-oh-ver
kˈɔːl/ /ˈəʊvɐ
KAWL-oh-vuh
Definition
To ask someone to come to where you are, usually by calling out to them or inviting them over.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal. Often used when you want someone to approach you or join a group, usually with your voice or a gesture. Common with verbs like 'call someone over' or 'I called over my friend.' Not to be confused with 'call up' (phone) or 'call out' (shout or challenge).
Spanish: llamar (a alguien) - pedir que vengaPortuguese (BR): chamar (alguém) - pedir para virPortuguese (PT): chamar (alguém) - pedir para virChinese (Simplified): 叫过来Chinese (Traditional): 叫過來Hindi: पास बुलानाArabic: ينادي (على شخص ليأتي)Bengali: ডাকানো - কাছে আসতে বলাRussian: подозватьJapanese: 呼び寄せるVietnamese: gọi lại gần - gọi tớiKorean: 불러오다 - 오라고 하다Turkish: yanına çağırmakUrdu: بلانا (قریب آنا)Indonesian: memanggil (seseorang) mendekat
Example Sentences
I will call over my sister for dinner.
basic
Can you call over Tom, please?
basic
The teacher called over the student to answer the question.
basic
Let me call over my friend so you can meet him.
natural
If you need help, just call over one of the staff.
natural
She waved to call over her dog from across the park.
natural