What does ALOUD mean?

Aloud

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a way that can be heard; audibly.

Pronunciation (US): əˈlaʊd

Pronunciation (UK): əˈlaʊd

Origin and Usage: The word "aloud" originated from the combination of the Middle English word "aloude" and the Old English word "on hlude," which means "out loud." It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in both spoken and written English.

Synonyms: Audibly, loudly, vocally, out loud, clearly, distinctly.

Related Words: Audio, cloud, proud, aloud.

Example Sentences:

• She read the book aloud to her children.
• The teacher asked the students to read their essays aloud.
• They laughed aloud at the joke.
• He spoke aloud to himself, trying to remember the phone number.
• She screamed aloud in pain after stubbing her toe.