How to pronounce dual
Say it like DOO-ul. Dual has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dual pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dual
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-ul.
What does dual mean?
- consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs“an egg with a double yolk”“a double (binary) star”
- having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities“a double (or dual) role for an actor”“the office of a clergyman is twofold; public preaching and private influence”
- a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural)“ancient Greek had the dual form but it has merged with the plural form in modern Greek”
Where does dual come from?
Borrowed from Latin dualis (“two”), from duo (“two”) + adjective suffix -alis.
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Words that rhyme with dual
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Words that sound like dual
Questions about saying dual
How do you pronounce dual?
Say DOO-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈduəl/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dual?
Dual has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · ul.
Is dual pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈdjuːəl/ (DYOO-ul).
What words sound the same as dual?
Dual sounds the same as duel in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.