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calling

Pronunciation: [/ˈkɔlɪŋ/]

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calling: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use calling in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “career/profession”

(noun) a strong feeling that you should be doing a particular type of work or profession. It's like a strong pull towards a specific job or career.

Example

Her calling was to become a teacher and make a difference in children's lives.

Example

He felt lost and unsure about his calling in life.

Example

What is your true calling?

Context: “phone communication”

(noun) a phone conversation or a signal sent from one phone to another. It's like when you receive a phone call or make a call to someone.

Example

I received a calling from my friend asking about our weekend plans.

Example

I missed an important calling from my boss because my phone was on silent.

Example

Who was the last calling you talked to on the phone?

How to pronounce calling

Pronunciation: [/ˈkɔlɪŋ/]

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