This is the 2050th most frequent German word.
ruft
"Ruft" means "calls" or "is calling."
In this sentence, 'ruft' is used to indicate a direct action of calling someone on the phone.
Er ruft seinen Freund an.
He calls his friend.
Here, 'ruft' is employed to describe someone calling or shouting audibly to attract attention.
Sie ruft laut nach Hilfe.
She loudly calls for help.
In this example, 'ruft' conveys calling to someone, usually to gain their attention or express need.