How to Pronounce "you couldn't"
expression
ˈju/ /ˈkʊdən/, /ˈkʊdənt
YOO KUH-dnt
jˈuː/ /ˈkʊd(ə)nt
YOO KUD-nt
Definition
'You couldn't' is the negative past form of 'can,' meaning someone wasn't able to do something. It is also used to politely suggest that something is impossible or not allowed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈju/ /ˈkʊdən/, /ˈkʊdənt
British English
jˈuː/ /ˈkʊd(ə)nt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
YOO KUH-dnt
UK
YOO KUD-nt
Listen in Context
You couldn't find your keys this morning.
You couldn't open the door because it was locked.
You couldn't go to the party last weekend.
You couldn't possibly think that's a good idea.