How to Pronounce Calls

To pronounce "calls", say CALLS — one syllable, IPA /kɑlz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/kɑlz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “calls”

"calls" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pitfalls and balls, if that helps it stick.

What does calls mean?

noun

  1. A telephone conversation.

    “I received several calls today.”

  2. A short visit, usually for social purposes.

    “I paid a call to a dear friend of mine.”

verb

  1. (heading) To use one's voice.
  2. (heading) To visit.

Synonyms

drop a lineringholleryelldesignatedubnameaugur

Words that rhyme with calls

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pitfallsballsprotocolsdallessprawlsbefallsshortfallscoverallseyeballsschmalzrecallsaerosols

Related words

telephonephonename

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "calls"?▾

"Calls" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "calls"?▾

The IPA transcription of "calls" is /kɑlz/.

What does "calls" mean?▾

Calls: A telephone conversation.

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