How to pronounce duels
Say it like DOO-ulz. Duels has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO).
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US American/ˈduəlz/DOO-ulz
UK British/ˈdjuːəlz/DYOO-ulz
- DOO
- ulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duels 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.
- ulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of duels
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: DYOO-ulz.
What does duels mean?
noun
- plural of duel How to pronounce duel
- third-person singular simple present indicative of duel How to pronounce duel
Questions about saying duels
How do you pronounce duels?
Say DOO-ulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈduəlz/. In British English it is /ˈdjuːəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duels?
Duels has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOO). Broken into parts: DOO · ulz.
Is duels 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 /ˈdjuːəlz/ (DYOO-ulz).