How to Pronounce "call to attention"
expression
KAWL tuh-TEN-shun
KAWL tuh-TEN-shun
Definition
To make someone notice something or become aware of it, often by pointing it out or highlighting its importance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /əˈtɛnʃən
British English
kˈɔːl/ /tˈuː/ /ɐtˈɛnʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWL tuh-TEN-shun
UK
KAWL tuh-TEN-shun
Listen in Context
The teacher calls to attention the importance of reading every day.
The sign calls to attention the wet floor.
She called to attention the noise outside.
I'd like to call to attention a few errors in this report.