called
Translation
called, named
Examples
I have a friend called Tom.
I have a friend called Tom.
This is a plant called a fern.
This is a plant called a fern.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) called ((name)) used to give the name of someone or something I read a book called 'Dune'.
Similar Words
Synonyms: named, known as
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'to call', from Old English 'ceallian' (to cry out). Used adjectivally to mean 'named'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone 'calling' out a name. The person is then 'called' by that name, e.g., 'He is called John'.