das Doppel
Translation
doubles, double, duplicate, copy
Examples
Im Tennis spielen wir oft Doppel.
In tennis, we often play doubles.
Ich hätte gern ein Doppel, bitte.
I'd like a double, please.
Das ist ein Doppel meines Schlüssels.
This is a duplicate of my key.
Grammar Patterns
a double/duplicate of ((sth.gen)) a duplicate of sth. This is a duplicate of my key.
to play doubles ((im Doppel)) spielen to play doubles We often play doubles in tennis.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Duplikat, Kopie; Antonyms: Einzel, Original
Etymology
Derived from Middle High German 'doppel,' meaning 'twofold.' It's a direct cognate of the English word 'double'.
Memory Tips
Associate it with familiar concepts like 'doubles' in sports (tennis, badminton) or a 'double' measure of a drink.