Vocation

Pronunciation: /voʊˈkeɪʃən/

Definitions of vocation

noun a person's employment or main occupation, especially regarded as particularly worthy and requiring great dedication

Example Sentences

A1 My vocation is to be a teacher.

A2 She found her vocation in helping others.

B1 His vocation as a doctor allows him to make a positive impact on people's lives.

B2 After years of searching, she finally discovered her true vocation as a chef.

C1 His vocation as a scientist led to groundbreaking discoveries in the field of medicine.

C2 The artist's vocation was evident in every brushstroke of his masterpiece.

Examples of vocation in a Sentence

formal She dedicated her life to her vocation as a nurse, always putting the needs of others before her own.

informal Ever since he was a child, his vocation was to become a professional athlete.

slang I knew from a young age that my vocation was to be a rockstar, so I started a band with my friends.

figurative Her vocation as a teacher was like a calling from above, guiding her to inspire and educate young minds.

Grammatical Forms of vocation

• past tense: vocated
• plural: vocations
• comparative: more vocation
• superlative: most vocation
• present tense: vocates
• future tense: will vocation
• perfect tense: have vocated
• continuous tense: is vocating
• singular: vocation
• positive degree: vocation
• infinitive: to vocation
• gerund: vocating
• participle: vocated

Origin and Evolution of vocation

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vocation' originated from the Latin word 'vocatio' which means a calling or summons.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a religious context to refer to a divine calling, the word 'vocation' has evolved to encompass a broader meaning of one's occupation or profession that one feels drawn to or suited for.