fu1 wun6呼喚呼唤
Jyutpingfu1 wun6
Yalefū wuhn
Definition
To call for someone, calling out to get their attention.
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How it's used
呼喚 carries a slightly more formal or literary tone compared to the everyday verb 叫. It often implies a sense of urgency, emotional appeal, or a deliberate attempt to summon someone's attention from a distance. You will rarely hear it in casual, everyday conversation, where 叫 is the standard choice.
Examples
He called out loudly for his friend in the street.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 呼喚 in contexts where 叫 is more natural, such as calling a waiter or asking someone to do a simple task. Using 呼喚 in these situations can sound overly dramatic or like a line from a poem.
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Grammar guides
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