How to Pronounce "could"
word
/ˈkʊd/
KUD
/kˈʊd/
KUD
Definition
'Could' is used to talk about past ability, polite permission, and possibility. It is the past form of 'can' but also expresses hypothetical or uncertain situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkʊd/
British English
/kˈʊd/
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
Could you open the window, please?
When I was younger, I could swim well.
She said she could come to the party.
Could you help me with this heavy bag?