couldn't

[ˈkʊdnt]

couldn't Definition

contraction of 'could not'.

Using couldn't: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "couldn't" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the surprise party.

  • Example

    She couldn't attend the meeting due to a family emergency.

  • Example

    He couldn't finish the race due to an injury.

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Summary: couldn't in Brief

'Couldn't' [ˈkʊdnt] is a contraction of 'could not'. It is used to express inability or impossibility to do something. Examples include 'I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the surprise party,' and 'She couldn't attend the meeting due to a family emergency.'

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