“Caird” or “Cared”—Which to use?

“Caird” or “Cared”

Overview

caird / cared are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

caird: NA

cared: (verb) feel concern or interest. (verb) provide care for.

Pronunciation

caird: NA

cared: k·EH·r·d

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Examples in Context

Examples of “caird”

…by Scottish firm Smith and Caird between 1871 and 1872 to…
…also constructed by Smith & Caird
…which had been built by Caird & Co. in Greenock in…
…partner in the firm of Caird, Maxwell and Co.

Examples of “cared”

The 92Ms have cared for the majority of the…
He cared for his students and provided…
…to have her brother John cared for, but that he was…
…too many people to be cared for at City Hall.
…both sides of his family cared for Roger and his brother…
…types of wards the orphanage cared for.
…is using, and must be cared of by the user or…
…arraigo, detainees can only be cared for but without violating their…
…according to Adam of Bremen, 'cared little about our religion', and…
He cared about his son very much.

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