Told vs Telled
Learn why “Told” is correct and why “Telled” is never accepted in English.
Telled
Incorrect spelling - “Telled” is grammatically wrong and never used.
"Telled" is a common misspelling of "Told". Always use "Told" when referring to the correct word.
Told
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Told” is the correct past tense of ‘tell’.
Definition of Told
"Told": “Told” is the correct past tense of ‘tell’.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Told
- • informed
- • notified
- • stated
Usage Examples
"Correct:" She told me the truth.
"Correct:" He told a story.
"Correct:" I told him to wait.
"Correct:" They told us about the plan.
"Incorrect:" She telled me the truth.
"Incorrect:" He telled a story.
"Incorrect:" I telled him to wait.
"Incorrect:" They telled us…
Notes:
- • Irregular verb: tell → told.
- • Never use ‘telled’.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Past tense of tell?
A: Told.
Summary
Correct past tense: TOLD, not TELLED.