carl
word
/ˈkɑɹɫ/
karl
/kˈɑːl/
kahl
Definition
A male given name used in English and some other languages. It refers to a person's name, not a general object or action.
Usage & Nuances
Used as a proper noun, so it is normally capitalized as 'Carl'. In speech and writing, it functions like other first names and may appear in direct address, introductions, or possessive forms such as 'Carl's car'.
Spanish: Carlos (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Carlos (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Carlos (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 卡尔Chinese (Traditional): 卡爾Hindi: कार्लArabic: كارلBengali: কার্লRussian: КарлJapanese: カールVietnamese: CarlKorean: 카를Turkish: CarlUrdu: کارلIndonesian: Carl
Example Sentences
This is Carl.
basic
Carl is my friend.
basic
I saw Carl at school.
basic
Have you talked to Carl about the plan yet?
natural
Carl said he'll be a little late.
natural
I thought Carl was joking, but he was serious.
natural