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calling

 

[ ˈkɔːlɪŋ ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

phone usage

A phone call or a communication with someone over the phone.

Synonyms

communication, conversation, phone call

Examples of usage

  • I received a calling from my friend yesterday.
  • She ignored his calling and continued with her work.
Context #2 | Noun

vocation

A strong inner urge to pursue a particular career or profession.

Synonyms

career choice, passion, vocation

Examples of usage

  • Teaching has always been her calling.
  • He felt a calling to help those in need.
Context #3 | Adjective

religious

A strong inner impulse prompting a person to a particular course of action, especially a religious one.

Synonyms

divine inspiration, religious calling, spiritual guidance

Examples of usage

  • She felt a calling to join the monastery.
  • His calling was to serve the community through his church.

Translations

Translations of the word "calling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chamando

🇮🇳 बुलाना

🇩🇪 rufen

🇮🇩 memanggil

🇺🇦 виклик

🇵🇱 dzwonienie

🇯🇵 呼んでいる

🇫🇷 appel

🇪🇸 llamando

🇹🇷 çağrı

🇰🇷 부르고 있는

🇸🇦 يتصل

🇨🇿 volání

🇸🇰 volanie

🇨🇳 呼叫

🇸🇮 klicanje

🇮🇸 kallandi

🇰🇿 шақыру

🇬🇪 ძახილი

🇦🇿 zəng

🇲🇽 llamando

Etymology

The word 'calling' has its roots in Old English, where it was originally used to refer to a loud cry or shout. Over time, its meaning evolved to include a strong inner urge or conviction, especially in the context of vocation or religious duty. The concept of 'calling' has been a central theme in various philosophical and religious traditions, emphasizing the idea of a higher purpose or destiny guiding an individual's life choices.

See also: call, caller, callous, calls, callus, recall.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,285, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.