At your beck and call Meaning in English
expression
释义
If someone is at your beck and call, they are always ready and willing to do whatever you want or need, at any time.
用法与细微差别
This is an idiomatic, somewhat formal or old-fashioned expression. It can imply someone is too eager to help, sometimes used negatively. Common in service contexts or describing relationships with an imbalance of power (e.g., 'servants at the king's beck and call'). Not usually used for equal friendships.
例句
He is always at your beck and call, ready to help with anything.
basic
My assistant is at your beck and call if you need anything.
basic
She felt tired from being at his beck and call all day.
basic
I'm not going to be at your beck and call every time you forget your keys.
natural
It’s exhausting to be at someone’s beck and call 24/7!
natural
Just because I work here doesn’t mean I’m at your beck and call.
natural