Caught or Catched
Learn why “Caught” is the correct past tense of “Catch.”
Catched
Incorrect spelling - “Catched” is an incorrect formation of the past tense.
"Catched" is a common misspelling of "Caught". Always use "Caught" when referring to the correct word.
Caught
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Caught” is the correct past tense of “catch.”
Definition of Caught
"Caught": “Caught” is the correct past tense of “catch.”
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Caught
- • grabbed
- • seized
- • captured
Usage Examples
"Correct:" He caught the ball.
"Correct:" She caught a cold.
"Correct:" They caught the thief.
"Correct:" I caught the train on time.
"Incorrect:" He catched the ball.
"Incorrect:" She catched a cold.
"Incorrect:" They catched the thief.
"Incorrect:" I catched the train.
Notes:
- • Caught is irregular verb.
- • Catched is always incorrect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which is correct?
A: Caught.
Q: Why not catched?
A: Catch is an irregular verb.
Q: Is catched used anywhere?
A: No, it is always wrong.
Q: Trick to memorize?
A: Think of bought → caught (same sound pattern).
Summary
“Caught” is the correct past tense; “catched” should never be used.