How to pronounce dueling
Say it like DOO-ling. Dueling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dueling 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.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of dueling
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-ling.
What does dueling mean?
- present participle and gerund of duel How to pronounce duel
- The act of taking part in a duel.
Words that rhyme with dueling
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Questions about saying dueling
How do you pronounce dueling?
Say DOO-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈdulɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dueling?
Dueling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · ling.
Is dueling 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 /ˈdjuːlɪŋ/ (DYOO-ling).