Call in Tagalog

Call in Tagalog is translated as “Tawag” (noun) or “Tumawag/Tawagin” (verb), meaning to communicate by phone, summon someone, or name something. This versatile word is essential in Filipino communication, whether you’re making a phone call, calling someone’s attention, or naming a person or thing. Let’s explore the different meanings and uses of “call” in Tagalog contexts.

[Words] = Call

[Definition]:
– Call /kɔːl/
– Verb 1: To communicate with someone by telephone or to contact them.
– Verb 2: To shout or say something loudly to attract attention.
– Verb 3: To give a name to someone or something; to describe or designate.
– Noun 1: An act of telephoning someone or a telephone conversation.
– Noun 2: A shout or cry to attract attention.

[Synonyms] = Tawag, Tumawag, Tawagin, Telepono, Sigaw, Sumigaw, Imbitahin, Bisita, Pangalan

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: I will call you tomorrow to discuss the meeting details.
– Ex1_PH: Tatawagan kita bukas para pag-usapan ang mga detalye ng pulong.

– Ex2_EN: Please call the doctor immediately, this is an emergency.
– Ex2_PH: Paki-tawag ang doktor kaagad, ito ay emergency.

– Ex3_EN: She heard someone call her name from across the street.
– Ex3_PH: Narinig niya ang isang tao na tumatawag sa kanyang pangalan mula sa kabilang kalye.

– Ex4_EN: They call him “The King” because of his outstanding basketball skills.
– Ex4_PH: Tinatawag nila siyang “The King” dahil sa kanyang kahusayan sa basketball.

– Ex5_EN: Did you receive my call last night? I tried to reach you several times.
– Ex5_PH: Natanggap mo ba ang aking tawag kagabi? Sinubukan kitang tawagan ng ilang beses.