CEFR B1

call on

verb

Meaning

To ask someone to speak or answer a question, especially in a formal setting like a classroom or meeting.

Examples

The professor will call on students to present their research.
During the debate, the moderator called on several participants to elaborate on their points.

Synonyms: ask, request, summon, appeal to

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call on (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kɔːl ɒn/

Definition

To ask someone to speak or answer a question, especially in a formal setting like a classroom or meeting.

Examples

The professor will call on students to present their research.
During the debate, the moderator called on several participants to elaborate on their points.
She was nervous about being called on during the lecture.

How to Use call on

call on someone to do something (phrasal verb): To ask or officially request someone to do a particular thing. — "The government called on citizens to conserve water."
call on someone (phrasal verb): To visit someone. — "I'll call on you at your office tomorrow."
call on someone (phrasal verb): To ask someone to speak or answer. — "The teacher called on Maria to read the passage."

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