How to pronounce duet
Say it like doo-ET. Duet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ET).
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- doo
- ET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of duet
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: dyoo-ET.
What does duet mean?
- A musical composition in two parts, each performed by a single voice (singer, instrument or univoce ensemble).
- A song composed for and/or performed by a duo.
- A pair or couple, especially one that is harmonious or elegant.
- To perform a duet.
- To communicate (warnings, mating calls, etc.) through song.
- To perform (sing, play, etc.) as a duet.
Where does duet come from?
From Italian duetto (“short musical composition for two voices”), diminutive of due (“two”).
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Words that rhyme with duet
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Questions about saying duet
How do you pronounce duet?
Say doo-ET. The American pronunciation is /duˈɛt/. In British English it is /djuːˈɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duet?
Duet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ET). Broken into parts: doo · ET.
Is duet 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 /djuːˈɛt/ (dyoo-ET).