How to Pronounce Duel

To pronounce "duel", say DUEL — one syllable, IPA /ˈdjuːəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈdjuːəl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “duel”

"duel" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with unusual and cruel, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: dual, dewall — easy to mix up when writing.

What does duel mean?

noun

  1. Arranged, regular combat between two private persons, often over a matter of honor.
  2. Historically, the wager of battle (judicial combat)

verb

  1. To engage in a battle.

Words that rhyme with duel

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unusualcrueljeweldualrenewalnewelfuelcrewelgruelrefuelmetrosexualsewel

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duel"?▾

"Duel" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "duel"?▾

The IPA transcription of "duel" is /ˈdjuːəl/.

What does "duel" mean?▾

Duel: Arranged, regular combat between two private persons, often over a matter of honor.

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