How to Pronounce Duels

To pronounce "duels", say DUELS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DUELS

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💡 Tip for remembering “duels”

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

Sounds exactly like: duals — easy to mix up when writing.

What does duels 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 duels

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

jewelscruelsaccrualshomosexualsfuelsdualsrenewals

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duels"?▾

"Duels" has one syllable.

What does "duels" mean?▾

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

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