How to Pronounce "call for"
expression
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
KAWL-for
kˈɔːl/ /fˈɔː
KAWL-for
Definition
To publicly ask for something to happen, or to require something for a situation or purpose. Often used for announcements or when something is necessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
kˈɔːl/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWL-for
UK
KAWL-for
Listen in Context
Many people call for peace.
This job calls for a lot of patience.
The recipe calls for two eggs.
The situation calls for immediate action.