How to pronounce duffel
Say it like DUHF-ul. Duffel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHF).
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- DUHF
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duffel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of duffel
American and British speakers say duffel in essentially the same way: /ˈdʌfəl/ in the US and /ˈdʌfəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: DUHF-ul.
What does duffel mean?
- A kind of coarse woolen cloth, having a thick nap or frieze.
- Outfit or supplies, collectively; kit.
Where does duffel come from?
From Dutch duffel, named after Duffel, a town in Belgium, itself ultimately from Latin Dubrolocus, the first particle from Gaulish dubrum.
Words that rhyme with duffel
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of duffel.
Questions about saying duffel
How do you pronounce duffel?
Say DUHF-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌfəl/. In British English it is /ˈdʌfəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duffel?
Duffel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHF). Broken into parts: DUHF · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say duffel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdʌfəl/ and the British form is /ˈdʌfəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.