doble
“doble” means “double” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
double, two-fold
Also: dual
📝 In Action
Necesito una dosis doble de paciencia para entender esto.
B1I need a double dose of patience to understand this.
El costo del billete es doble para los no residentes.
A2The ticket cost is double for non-residents.
Hicimos un esfuerzo doble para terminar el proyecto a tiempo.
B1We made a two-fold effort to finish the project on time.
double portion, double room
Also: double play, double (score)
📝 In Action
¿Podría ser un doble de ron, por favor?
B1Could I have a double rum, please?
Hemos reservado una habitación doble con vistas al mar.
A2We have reserved a double room with a sea view.
Hicimos un doble en el último minuto y ganamos el juego.
B2We hit a double (score/play) in the last minute and won the game.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "doble" in Spanish:
double→double play→double portion→double room→dual→two-fold→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: doble
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'doble' as a noun meaning a specific item?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin *duplus*, meaning 'two-fold' or 'twice as much'. It shares roots with many English words like 'duplicate' and 'duet'.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (c. 13th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'doble' masculine or feminine?
When 'doble' is used to describe something (the adjective form), it stays the same regardless of whether the noun is masculine or feminine (like 'flexible'). When 'doble' is used as a specific thing, like a 'double room' ('el doble'), it is masculine.
How do I say 'twice' in Spanish, not 'double'?
While 'doble' means 'double the amount,' if you want to say something happened two times, you should use the word 'dos veces' (two times).