Different use of verb 'call' in spoken English


Different Uses of the Verb 'Call' in Spoken English

विभिन्न उपयोग 'कॉल' क्रिया का बोलचाल की अंग्रेजी में


The verb 'call' has many meanings in English. It can mean to name someone, to contact someone, or to shout out to someone. Understanding these uses can help you speak better English.


Key Concepts:

1. To name someone: When you say someone’s name, you are calling them.

जब आप किसी का नाम लेते हैं, तो आप उन्हें कॉल कर रहे हैं।

Example: "I will call my dog Max."

"मैं अपने कुत्ते का नाम मैक्स रखूंगा।"


2. To contact someone: You can call someone on the phone.

आप फोन पर किसी को कॉल कर सकते हैं।

Example: "I will call you later."

"मैं आपको बाद में कॉल करूंगा।"


3. To shout out: You can call someone from a distance.

आप दूर से किसी को बुला सकते हैं।

Example: "I called her from across the street."

"मैंने उसे सड़क के पार से बुलाया।"


Key Mistakes:

- Using 'call' instead of 'name': "I will call my son John" (correct) vs. "I will call my son" (incorrect without a name).

- Forgetting to use 'to' when saying "call someone": "I will call to my friend" (correct) vs. "I will call my friend" (incorrect).


Understanding these uses will help you communicate more clearly in English!

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