Call

usgb/kɔːl/
verb

To shout or say something loudly to attract someone's attention.

He called out her name.
Visual representation of "call" - To shout or say something loudly to attract someone's attention

Often appears as...

  • call out
  • call for
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Catching attention

Use 'call' when you want someone to notice and come towards you.

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She called out to her friend across the playground.
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Loud and clear

The word suggests raising your voice, not just speaking normally.

Illustration for Loud and clear
In the noisy room, he called for silence.
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