To call
Example: He calls his family every weekend
Definition
"To call" means to speak aloud in order to attract attention, communicate, or summon someone. For example, when someone calls their family every weekend, they regularly contact them by phone or voice to maintain connection.
Etymology
The verb "to call" originates from the Old English word 'ceallian' or 'callian,' which meant to shout or summon. Its roots trace back to Germanic languages, reflecting the basic human need to attract attention with a loud vocal signal. Did you know? The word 'call' has evolved to include modern uses like phone calls, extending its original meaning.
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"To call" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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