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UK//ˈkʊd əv hɜːd ɪt//US//ˈkʊd əv hɝːd ɪt//

Meaning of Could've heard it

A phrase used to indicate a past possibility of hearing something.

In simple words: might have listened to it

Could've heard it in a sentence

  • I could've heard it if I was at the party.
  • You could've heard it during the meeting yesterday.
  • He said he could've heard it from his window.
  • They could've heard it more clearly on the radio.
  • She could've heard it if she had been listening.

How to use Could've heard it

Use 'could've heard it' for speculating about past possibilities. Avoid in overly formal writing.

Grammar pattern

could've + past participle

Memory hint

Sounds like 'could of heard it' — picture someone saying it casually.

Related words

Collocations with Could've heard it

Synonyms for Could've heard it

  • might have heard
  • may have listened
  • could have seen
  • possibly heard

Common mistakes with Could've heard it

  • Confusing with 'could hear' which is present
  • Omitting the contraction and using 'could have'
  • Incorrectly using with a time phrase that needs past continuous

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Frequently asked questions about Could've heard it

What does Could've heard it mean?

might have listened to it

What is the definition of Could've heard it?

A phrase used to indicate a past possibility of hearing something.

How do you use Could've heard it in a sentence?

I could've heard it if I was at the party.

Can you give another example of Could've heard it?

You could've heard it during the meeting yesterday.

What are synonyms for Could've heard it?

Common alternatives include might have heard, may have listened, could have seen, possibly heard.

What words go with Could've heard it?

It commonly pairs with could've heard it, could've seen it, could've done better.

What are common mistakes when using Could've heard it?

Confusing with 'could hear' which is present Omitting the contraction and using 'could have' Incorrectly using with a time phrase that needs past continuous

How do you pronounce Could've heard it?

US: //ˈkʊd əv hɝːd ɪt//, UK: //ˈkʊd əv hɜːd ɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Could've heard it?

Use 'could've heard it' for speculating about past possibilities. Avoid in overly formal writing.