Call to Meaning in English
expression
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
KAWL too, KAWL tuh, KAWL tih
kˈɔːl/ /tˈuː
KAWL too
Definition
To urge, invite, or encourage someone or a group to do something; sometimes used for a formal or public request to take action.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal, public contexts: 'call to action', 'call to arms'. Can also mean literally summoning someone. Don't confuse with 'call' by itself, which usually means making a phone call.
Spanish: llamar a - invitar a (acción)Portuguese (BR): chamar para - convocar para (ação)Portuguese (PT): chamar para - convocar para (ação)Chinese (Simplified): 号召 - 呼吁Chinese (Traditional): 號召 - 呼籲Hindi: आग्रह करना - बुलाना (किसी कार्य हेतु)Arabic: الدعوة إلى - مناشدة إلىBengali: আহ্বান - ডাকাRussian: призыв - обращениеJapanese: 呼びかけVietnamese: kêu gọiKorean: 호소 - 요청Turkish: çağrıUrdu: پکار - اپیلIndonesian: seruan - ajakan
Example Sentences
The teacher made a call to the class to finish their homework.
basic
She responded to the call to help at the shelter.
basic
There was a call to remain calm during the emergency.
basic
Activists issued a call to action for climate change awareness.
natural
The president made a call to unity in his speech.
natural
We need a strong call to volunteers for this event.
natural