Take roll Meaning in English
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈɹoʊɫ
TAYK ROHL
tˈeɪk/ /ɹˈəʊl
TAYK ROHL
Definition
To call out a list of names to see who is present, usually in a classroom or meeting.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in schools or formal group settings. 'Take roll' is more common in American English; 'call the roll' or 'take attendance' is also used. Not used for casual gatherings.
Spanish: pasar listaPortuguese (BR): chamar a lista - fazer a chamadaPortuguese (PT): chamar a chamada - fazer a chamadaChinese (Simplified): 点名Chinese (Traditional): 點名Hindi: हाज़िरी लेनाArabic: أخذ الحضورBengali: হাজিরা নেওয়াRussian: проводить перекличкуJapanese: 出席を取るVietnamese: điểm danhKorean: 출석을 부르다Turkish: yoklama almakUrdu: حاضری لیناIndonesian: memanggil absen - mengambil presensi
Example Sentences
The teacher will take roll at the start of class.
basic
Please take roll before we begin the meeting.
basic
He forgot to take roll today.
basic
"Alright everyone, quiet down so I can take roll!"
natural
She never likes to take roll because it's so time-consuming.
natural
"Did you remember to take roll this morning, or did a few kids sneak in late again?"
natural