vocation
Translation
vocation, calling, profession
Examples
He found his vocation as a teacher.
He found his vocation as a teacher.
She has a vocation for helping others.
She has a vocation for helping others.
Grammar Patterns
((a vocation)) ((as sth.)) a strong feeling of suitability for a particular career He found his vocation as a teacher.
((a vocation)) ((for sth.)) a natural suitability for a particular job or role She has a vocation for helping others.
Similar Words
Synonyms: calling, profession, trade, occupation
Etymology
From Latin 'vocatio' meaning 'a calling, summoning', from 'vocare' 'to call'. It's related to 'voice'.
Memory Tips
Think of your 'vocation' as the job that is 'calling' to you, using its 'voice'.