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charlie

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɑrli]

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Learn how to use charlie in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “communication”

(noun) The word 'charlie' is often used in the military and aviation as a code word for the letter 'C'. This means it helps people to spell or communicate clearly, especially over radios.

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In a military briefing, they said to use 'charlie' for the letter C.

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They didn't use 'charlie' when spelling out the word, which made it confusing.

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What does 'charlie' stand for in the phonetic alphabet?

Context: “colloquial”

(noun) Sometimes 'charlie' is used informally as a synonym for a person, often with a lighthearted or teasing tone. It can refer to someone who is being silly or goofy.

Example

'That charlie is always making us laugh with his jokes!'

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He wasn’t being a charlie; he was serious about the project.

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Why is that charlie acting so funny today?

How to pronounce charlie

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɑrli]

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