to call down
[phrase form: call]
01
责备, 训斥
to tell someone they have done something wrong and express disapproval
例子
The parent called down their child for breaking a household rule.
家长因为孩子违反家规而训斥了他们。
The teacher called down the class for talking during the exam.
老师因为考试期间说话而训斥了全班。
02
召唤, 降下
to make something happen or appear as if by magic
例子
The ancient wizard could call down thunderstorms with a mere wave of his staff.
那位古老的巫师只需挥动他的法杖就能召唤雷雨。
In the enchanted forest, the sorceress chanted a spell to call down the spirits of the ancient trees.
在 enchanted forest，女巫念了一个咒语来召唤古树的灵魂。
03
祈求, 恳求
to request divine help or blessings through prayer
例子
They called down for strength during the challenging journey.
在充满挑战的旅程中，他们祈求力量。
During the storm, sailors would call down for safe passage.
在风暴期间，水手们会祈求安全通过。
