LEARNit Dictionary
vocation
noun
/vəʊˈkeɪʃn/
UK
/vəʊˈkeɪʃn/
US
1
a type of work or way of life that you believe is especially suitable for you
رسالت, حرفه, پیشه
synonym
calling
2
a belief that a particular type of work or way of life is especially suitable for you
رسالت, شغل مناسب, حرفه, پیشه
He has a vocation for teaching.
She is a doctor with a strong sense of vocation.
3
a belief that you have been chosen by God to be a priest or nun
دعوت الهی, دعوت روحانی, دعوت مقدس
He spoke about his vocation to the priesthood.
They are set on living out their vocation as priests.