How to Pronounce "calling"
word
/ˈkɔɫɪŋ/
KAW-ling
/kˈɔːlɪŋ/
KAW-ling
Definition
A 'calling' is a strong feeling that you are meant to do a certain type of work, often seen as your life's purpose, especially in a religious or meaningful way. It can also mean a phone call in informal situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɔɫɪŋ/
British English
/kˈɔːlɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAW-ling
UK
KAW-ling
Listen in Context
He believes teaching is his true calling.
Sister Mary answered her calling to become a nun.
I missed your calling last night, sorry!
It took her years to realize medicine was her calling.