How Do You Spell DUEL?

Pronunciation: [djˈuːəl] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "duel" is not phonetically intuitive. It is pronounced /ˈdjuːəl/ and can be broken down into two syllables. The first syllable is pronounced like the word "dew," while the second syllable is pronounced like the word "ull." The "u" in the first syllable is pronounced like the letter "y," which makes it sound like "d-yew-ull." Despite the unusual spelling, "duel" remains a commonly used word to describe a one-on-one fight between two opponents.

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DUEL Meaning and Definition

  1. A duel is a prearranged contest or combat between two individuals or groups, typically fought with weapons, in order to resolve a dispute or defend one's honor. It consists of a formal confrontation between the participants, who engage in a battle of skill, strength, or strategy. Historically, duels were often conducted using swords or pistols, but the choice of weapons can vary.

    Dueling usually follows established rules or codes of conduct, which differ across cultures and time periods. These rules determine the manner in which the duel is conducted, such as the distance between participants, the duration of each round, and the circumstances under which it can be declared concluded. In addition, duels are often overseen by seconds, who act as witnesses and ensure that the proceedings are carried out fairly.

    The motivations for dueling can be diverse, ranging from personal conflicts and grievances to challenges set by societal norms. Duels were often seen as a means to restore one's honor, reputation, or social standing. However, the practice of dueling has significantly declined in modern times due to legal restrictions and changing societal norms, with most jurisdictions banning it outright.

    While dueling may evoke notions of violence and aggression, it is important to recognize that the definition of a duel encompasses an organized, consensual, and regulated form of combat that aims to resolve conflicts through a structured process rather than disregarding the law or engaging in spontaneous acts of violence.

  2. A battle or combat between two persons with deadly weapons.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of DUEL

The word "duel" originated from the Latin word "duellum", which means "combat between two". It later evolved into the Old French word "duel", which took on the specific meaning of "combat between two individuals". Ultimately, the term was borrowed into the English language in the late 15th century.

Similar spelling words for DUEL

Plural form of DUEL is DUELS

Conjugate verb Duel

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been dueling; duelling
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would duel
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they would duel

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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they would be dueling; duelling

FUTURE

I will duel
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he/she/it will duel
we will duel
they will duel

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have dueled; duelled
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they will have dueled
I will have duelled
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we will have duelled
they will have duelled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been dueling; duelling
you will have been dueling; duelling
he/she/it will have been dueling; duelling
we will have been dueling; duelling
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IMPERATIVE

you duel
we let´s duel

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to duel

PAST

I dueled
we dueled
you dueled
he/she/it dueled
they dueled
I duelled
you duelled
he/she/it duelled
we duelled
they duelled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was dueling; duelling
you were dueling; duelling
he/she/it was dueling; duelling
we were dueling; duelling
they were dueling; duelling
I was duelling
you were duelling
he/she/it was duelling
we were duelling
they were duelling

PAST PARTICIPLE

dueled; duelled
duelled

PAST PERFECT

I had dueled; duelled
you had dueled; duelled
he/she/it had dueled; duelled
we had dueled; duelled
they had dueled; duelled
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been dueling; duelling
you had been dueling; duelling
he/she/it had been dueling; duelling
we had been dueling; duelling
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I had been duelling
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PRESENT

I duel
you duel
he/she/it duels
we duel
they duel

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am dueling; duelling
you are dueling; duelling
he/she/it is dueling; duelling
we are dueling; duelling
they are dueling; duelling
I am duelling
you are duelling
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we are duelling
they are duelling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

dueling; duelling
duelling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have dueled; duelled
you have dueled; duelled
he/she/it has dueled; duelled
we have dueled; duelled
they have dueled; duelled
I have dueled
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they have duelled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been dueling; duelling
you have been dueling; duelling
he/she/it has been dueling; duelling
we have been dueling; duelling
they have been dueling; duelling
I have been duelling
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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it duel

SIMPLE PAST

I dueled; duelled
you dueled; duelled
he/she/it dueled; duelled
we dueled; duelled
they dueled; duelled
I am dueling
we are dueling
you are dueling
he/she/it is dueling
they are dueling
I was dueling
we were dueling
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he/she/it was dueling
they were dueling
I will be dueling
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