adj
Uncommon
labelled
Also spelled labeled (US spelling)
Labelled (adj) means British and Canadian spelling of "labeled" — marked with an identifying tag. Example: “The parcel was labelled fragile on every side.”
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British and Canadian spelling of "labeled" — marked with an identifying tag.
"The parcel was labelled fragile on every side."
"Every jar in the cupboard was clearly labelled with its contents and date."
"The labelled boxes made unpacking after the move much easier."
How to use labelled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSame word as "labeled," just spelled the British way with a double L.
UK vs US
Use "labelled" in UK/Canadian writing, "labeled" in US writing.
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What does “labelled” mean?
The word “labelled” means british and Canadian spelling of "labeled" — marked with an identifying tag. In plain terms, same word as "labeled," just spelled the British way with a double L.
How do you use “labelled” in a sentence?
Here is “labelled” used in a sentence: “The parcel was labelled fragile on every side.”
What part of speech is “labelled”?
“Labelled” is an adjective.
Is “labelled” a common word?
“Labelled” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between "labelled" and "labeled"?
"Labelled" and "labeled" mean the same thing — marked with an identifying tag — but "labelled," with two L's, is the British and Canadian spelling, while "labeled" is the American spelling.
Which countries use "labelled" instead of "labeled"?
"Labelled" is the standard spelling in British and Canadian English.
Is "labelled" ever correct in American English?
American English style guides generally prefer "labeled," so "labelled" is considered a British and Canadian variant rather than standard American usage.
