How to pronounce dually
Say it like DOO-uh-lee. Dually has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- uh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dually 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of dually
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-uh-lee.
What does dually mean?
- In a dual manner; doubly
- A pickup truck with four wheels on the rear axle.
Where does dually come from?
From dual + -ly (forming adverbs from adjectives).
Questions about saying dually
How do you pronounce dually?
Say DOO-uh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈduəli/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dually?
Dually has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · uh · lee.
Is dually 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 /ˈdjuːəli/ (DYOO-uh-lee).