How to pronounce doubletree
Say it like DUHB-ul-tree. Doubletree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHB).
- DUHB
- ul
- tree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Doubletree 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.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- treeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of doubletree
American and British speakers say doubletree in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌbəlˌtri/ in the US and /ˈdʌbəlˌtriː/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHB-ul-tree.
What does doubletree mean?
- a device that connects two horses to a wagon or other implement. The tugs of a harness are connected to a singletree, two of which are connected to a doubletree, which, in turn, is connected to the implement.
Where does doubletree come from?
From double + tree.
Questions about saying doubletree
How do you pronounce doubletree?
Say DUHB-ul-tree. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌbəlˌtri/. In British English it is /ˈdʌbəlˌtriː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in doubletree?
Doubletree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHB). Broken into parts: DUHB · ul · tree.
Do Americans and Brits say doubletree the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌbəlˌtri/ and the British form is /ˈdʌbəlˌtriː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.