What is the difference between aloud and out loud?

The difference between "aloud" and "out loud" is subtle. They both mean the same thing: to speak audibly, rather than silently. However, "aloud" is generally considered more formal and preferred in written English.

Here's a breakdown:

* "Aloud" is an adverb meaning "in a voice that can be heard."

* Example: "The teacher read the story aloud."

* "Out loud" is a phrase that also means "in a voice that can be heard."

* Example: "She thought the answer to herself but didn't say it out loud."

While both are correct, "aloud" is often favored in writing because it's a single word and has a more formal tone. "Out loud" is more common in informal speech.

However, there's no hard rule, and you can choose whichever phrase feels more natural to you.