How do you say "double" in Korean?

더블

deobeul

Noun Hangul

In Korean, "double" is 더블 (deobeul).

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Pronunciation

The romanization “deobeul” is read almost exactly as spelled in English, just keep the rhythm even across its 2 syllables.

Writing and usage

더블 is written using hangul. It's a noun, and this word is also taught inside the Noun Town language learning game, where it appears in interactive lessons alongside hundreds of other everyday words.

Example sentence

감자튀김 두 배를 주문했다.

gamjatwigim du baereul jumunhaetda.

She ordered a double portion of fries.

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How to remember 더블

The syllables of “deobeul” sound like two identical plates side by side, so whenever you picture that, the Korean word should surface with it.

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Questions about 더블

How do you pronounce 더블?

The romanization “deobeul” is read almost exactly as spelled in English, just keep the rhythm even across its 2 syllables.

Is 더블 formal or casual?

더블 is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech. The level of formality comes from the sentence structure around it, not from the word itself.

How is 더블 written in Korean?

더블 is written using hangul. Romanised, it reads as deobeul.

Where can I practice Korean words for free?

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"Double" in other languages

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