How to pronounce duelist
Say it like DOO-uh-list. Duelist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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- DOO
- uh
- list
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duelist 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.
- listKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of duelist
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-uh-list.
What does duelist mean?
- A person who fights a duel.
Where does duelist come from?
From duel + -ist.
Words that rhyme with duelist
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of duelist.
Questions about saying duelist
How do you pronounce duelist?
Say DOO-uh-list. The American pronunciation is /ˈduəlɪst/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːəlɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duelist?
Duelist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · uh · list.
Is duelist 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 /ˈdjuːəlɪst/ (DYOO-uh-list).