English pronunciation · Words Starting with C
Called Pronunciation
Called is pronounced KAWLD, IPA /ˈkɔld/.
KAWLD
US /ˈkɔld/ · UK /ˈkɔːld/
Syllables: KAWLD (1 syllable)
verb (past tense of call); also adjective: Given a particular name, or reached by telephone.
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Called in a Sentence
- The village is called Lower Stanton.
- She called twice and left no message.
- A meeting was called for Thursday.
Common Mispronunciations of Called
Not KAW-luhd
One beat, with the -ed collapsing onto the l as a plain d.
Not KALD
Pull the vowel back towards the aw of lawn, which the double l shapes for you.
Tip: Called rhymes with bald and scald.
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