For a person:
* s'appelle (pronounced "sa-pell") - This is the most common way to say "is called" for a person. It's used in the present tense.
For an object or concept:
* s'appelle (pronounced "sa-pell") - You can also use "s'appelle" for objects or concepts, but it's less common.
* est appelé (pronounced "eh-ta-pe-lay") - This is more formal and used for objects or concepts. It translates literally as "is called."
Example:
* "My dog is called Max."
* "Mon chien s'appelle Max."
* "This book is called 'The Little Prince.'"
* "Ce livre s'appelle 'Le Petit Prince.'"
You can also use "se nomme" (pronounced "suh-nom") which is more formal and literary.
Remember: The spelling and pronunciation of "is called" in French depend on the context and the subject.