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UK//ˈkɔːlɪŋ//US//ˈkɔlɪŋ//

Meaning of Calling

Making a phone call or summoning someone.

In simple words: Using a phone to talk to someone or asking someone to come.

Calling in a sentence

  • I am calling you to discuss our plans.
  • She kept calling until he answered.
  • Can you stop calling me at work?
  • He is calling for you to join the meeting.
  • They were calling their friends to come over.
  • I heard someone calling my name outside.
  • She's calling to confirm the appointment.
  • The teacher is calling the students to line up.

How to use Calling

Used when talking about making a phone call or asking someone to come over. Avoid in very informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

calling + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'call' like a shout to bring someone over.

Related words

Collocations with Calling

  • calling someone
  • calling out
  • calling for help
  • phone calling
  • calling back

Synonyms for Calling

  • ringing
  • phoning
  • contacting
  • summoning
  • calling out

Opposites of Calling

  • ignoring

Common mistakes with Calling

  • Using 'calling' incorrectly as a noun without context.
  • Confusing 'calling' with 'called' in past tense.
  • Not using 'calling for' when asking someone to come.

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Frequently asked questions about Calling

What does Calling mean?

Using a phone to talk to someone or asking someone to come.

What is the definition of Calling?

Making a phone call or summoning someone.

How do you use Calling in a sentence?

I am calling you to discuss our plans.

Can you give another example of Calling?

She kept calling until he answered.

What are synonyms for Calling?

Common alternatives include ringing, phoning, contacting, summoning, calling out.

What is the opposite of Calling?

Opposite meanings include ignoring.

What words go with Calling?

It commonly pairs with calling someone, calling out, calling for help, phone calling, calling back.

What are common mistakes when using Calling?

Using 'calling' incorrectly as a noun without context. Confusing 'calling' with 'called' in past tense. Not using 'calling for' when asking someone to come.

How do you pronounce Calling?

US: //ˈkɔlɪŋ//, UK: //ˈkɔːlɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Calling?

Used when talking about making a phone call or asking someone to come over. Avoid in very informal contexts.