How to Pronounce "duty calls"
expression
DOO-tee kawlz or DYOO-tee kawlz
DYOO-tee KAWLZ
Definition
This expression means you must take care of your responsibilities, even if you would prefer to do something else. It is often used when you have to leave fun or relaxing situations to fulfill an obligation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdjuti/, /ˈduti/ /ˈkɔɫz
British English
djˈuːti/ /kˈɔːlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOO-tee kawlz or DYOO-tee kawlz
UK
DYOO-tee KAWLZ
Listen in Context
I have to leave now; duty calls.
Sorry, I can’t stay. Duty calls at the office.
Parents know that sometimes, duty calls.
Guess I can’t join the game tonight—duty calls!