How to pronounce duel
Say it like DOO-ul. Duel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duel 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 duel
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-ul.
What does duel mean?
- a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor
- any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups)
- fight a duel, as over one's honor or a woman“In the 19th century, men often dueled over small matters”
Where does duel come from?
May have entered English through Middle French duel.
Words that rhyme with duel
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Words that sound like duel
Questions about saying duel
How do you pronounce duel?
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 duel?
Duel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · ul.
Is duel 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 duel?
Duel sounds the same as dual in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.