呼ぶ
yobu
Common
N5
verb
Translations
1.
to call
2.
to invite
Notes
The verb '呼ぶ' is commonly used in everyday conversation to indicate calling someone by name or inviting someone to an event. It can also imply summoning or calling for help.
Examples
彼を呼ぶ。
Kare o yobu.
Call him.
友達を呼んでパーティーをする。
Tomodachi o yonde pātī o suru.
Invite friends and have a party.
彼女は助けを呼んだ。
Kanojo wa tasuke o yonda.
She called for help.