Usage and Nuances
The verb 呼唤 (hūhuàn) primarily means to call out loudly or to call upon someone or something, often with a sense of urgency or earnestness. It is commonly used when someone is physically calling another person, or metaphorically when appealing to a group or concept.
Common Contexts
- Literal calling: Calling a person’s name or calling for help.
- Figurative calling: Appealing to emotions, ideals, or social causes.
Collocations and Patterns
- 呼唤名字 (call out a name): Used when trying to get someone's attention.
- 呼唤帮助 (call for help): Used in emergencies or urgent situations.
- 呼唤关注 (call for attention): Often used in social or environmental contexts.
Register and Tone
呼唤 is neutral but can carry emotional weight depending on context. It is more formal than casual 呼喊 and less urgent than 叫喊.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 呼唤 with 呼喊 (hūhǎn), which emphasizes loud shouting or yelling. 呼唤 often implies a more purposeful or emotional call rather than just volume.