How to pronounce doubles
Say it like DUHB-ulz. Doubles has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHB).
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- DUHB
- ulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Doubles pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of doubles
American and British speakers say doubles in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌbəlz/ in the US and /ˈdʌbəlz/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHB-ulz.
What does doubles mean?
- badminton played with two players on each side
- tennis played with two players on each side
Questions about saying doubles
How do you pronounce doubles?
Say DUHB-ulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌbəlz/. In British English it is /ˈdʌbəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in doubles?
Doubles has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHB). Broken into parts: DUHB · ulz.
Do Americans and Brits say doubles the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌbəlz/ and the British form is /ˈdʌbəlz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.