Couldn't

//ˈkʊd.n̩t//

Word Type

Verb

The word "couldn't" can be used as a verb.

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can't mayn't mightn't oughtn't shan't shouldn't won't wouldn't

Defined As

contraction of could not

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Has Property

short for could not

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