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Definition:

(nou) a telephone connection (nou) a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course (nou) a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition (nou) a demand especially in the phrase (nou) the characteristic sound produced by a bird (nou) a brief social visit (nou) a demand by a broker that a customer deposit enough to bring his margin up to the minimum requirement (nou) a demand for a show of hands in a card game (nou) a request (nou) an instruction that interrupts the program being executed (nou) a visit in an official or professional capacity (nou) the decision made by an umpire or referee (nou) the option to buy a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date

Phonetic Transcription:

kɔːl

Examples:

The talk page and the process are called in meditation.

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Common mistakes of called pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "called" as /kɔːld/ (UK) or /kɑld/ (US) with an incorrect vowel sound. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound, which should be a short "ah" sound, not "aw."
Ignoring the "l" sound: Some speakers may omit the "l" in "called," pronouncing it as /kɔːd/ (UK) or /kɑd/ (US). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "l" clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation.
Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable, saying "cal-led." The correct pronunciation is a single syllable: /kɔːld/ (UK) or /kɑld/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "called" as one smooth syllable.
Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce "called" with an exaggerated "d" sound, like /kɔːld/ (UK) or /kɑld/ (US). Tip: Keep the "d" soft and natural to sound more fluent.
Confusing with "call": Learners might pronounce "called" as if it were "call" with a silent "d," resulting in /kɔːl/ (UK) or /kɑl/ (US). Tip: Remember to include the "d" at the end for correct pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "called" in American English?

In American English, "called" is pronounced as /kɔld/ with a single syllable. The vowel sound is similar to the "aw" in "saw," and the "l" is clearly pronounced.

What is the British pronunciation of "called"?

In British English, "called" is also pronounced as /kɔːld/, which features a longer vowel sound. The pronunciation remains largely the same, with slight variations in accent.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "called"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the "l" in "called" as a vowel sound, which can lead to confusion. It's important to ensure the "l" is pronounced clearly to avoid this error.

Does "called" have a schwa sound in any dialects?

In most dialects, "called" does not contain a schwa sound, as it is pronounced with a strong vowel. However, in very fast or casual speech, some may slightly reduce the vowel sound, but this is not standard.