Dual Meaning in English
word
ˈduəɫ/, /ˈduɫ
DOO-uhl
djˈuːəl
DYOO-uhl
Definition
Something that is dual has two parts, features, or purposes. It is used to describe things that are double or have two aspects at the same time.
Usage & Nuances
'Dual' is formal and mostly used in technical, legal, or academic settings. Common phrases: 'dual citizenship', 'dual purpose', 'dual function'. Not used when describing two of the same item; use 'double' or 'two' in those cases.
Spanish: dual - doblePortuguese (BR): duplo - duplo (dupla função)Portuguese (PT): duplo - duplo (função dupla)Chinese (Simplified): 双重的 - 双的Chinese (Traditional): 雙重的 - 雙的Hindi: द्वैध - दोहराArabic: مزدوج - ثنائيBengali: দ্বৈতRussian: двойной - двойственныйJapanese: 二重 - デュアルVietnamese: kép - đôiKorean: 이중 - 듀얼Turkish: çift - ikiliUrdu: دوہرا - دوطرفہIndonesian: ganda - rangkap
Example Sentences
He has dual citizenship in France and Canada.
basic
This machine has a dual function: it can print and scan.
basic
The company has a dual purpose: profit and community service.
basic
She manages her dual roles as a mother and a scientist with ease.
natural
His dual identity made things complicated.
natural
We need a dual approach to solve this problem effectively.
natural