Meaning
召唤 means to call someone or something to appear, often with authority or supernatural power. It can refer to summoning spirits, calling people to duty, or evoking emotions and memories. The word carries a formal or solemn tone and is commonly used in literary, religious, or fantasy contexts.
Usage
Native speakers use 召唤 in formal or literary contexts, fantasy/gaming settings (summoning creatures), and when describing a compelling force that calls someone to action. It's less common in everyday casual conversation, where simpler words like 叫 (jiào) might be used instead. Often appears in poetic or inspirational language about destiny or duty.
Examples
- 01这首歌召唤起了我童年的回忆。.This song summoned up my childhood memories.
- 02在游戏中,玩家可以召唤各种魔法生物来战斗。, .In the game, players can summon various magical creatures to battle.
Characters
Common collocations
- 召唤兽summoned beast (gaming)
- 召唤师summoner
- 召唤力量to summon strength/power
- 时代的召唤the call of the times
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters relate to calling or summoning. 召 originally depicted a mouth and hand, representing calling someone. 唤 combines the mouth radical 口 with 奂 (a phonetic component), emphasizing vocal calling.