verdoppeln
/fɛɐ̯ˈdɔpl̩n/
The English phrase 'double' can be translated into German as verdoppeln. Wiktionary also lists doppeln and verzweifachen.
Meaning: (transitive) to multiply by two (verb)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA |
|---|---|
| verdoppeln | /fɛɐ̯ˈdɔpl̩n/ |
| doppeln | [ˈdɔpəln] (narrow) |
| verzweifachen | /fɛɐ̯ˈt͡svaɪ̯ˌfaxən/ |
When used as a transitive verb, the German translation means to multiply something by two.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The past participle of verdoppeln is verdoppelt.
How do you pronounce it?
/fɛɐ̯ˈdɔpl̩n/
What mistakes should you avoid?
Avoid using verzweifachen to mean 'to double'. It is not a standard word for doubling.
Did you know?
- The word doppeln is used in the context of 'doppelgängers', a term that actually comes from German and refers to a ghostly double of a living person.
- The phrase doppelt gemoppelt is a rhyming colloquialism used to describe something that is redundant or overkill.
- The word doppelt is used in the phrase doppelt hält besser, which literally means 'double holds better' to justify using extra reinforcement.
Examples in context
- Sie hat einen Doppelnamen.She has a double-barrelled name.This sentence is useful for illustrating the use of doppeln in the context of a double-barrelled name.Tatoeba #1449150 by al_ex_an_der, translation #1449154 by sundown
- So können wir die Zahl der Sätze rasch verdoppeln.This will let us quickly double the number of sentences.This sentence shows how to use verdoppeln when referring to doubling the number of sentences.Tatoeba #2124861 by al_ex_an_der, translation #5440412 by AlanF_US
- Wir werden unser Budget für nächstes Jahr verdoppeln müssen.We'll have to double our budget for next year.This sentence demonstrates the use of verdoppeln regarding doubling a budget.Tatoeba #808204 by Manfredo, translation #680736 by Source_VOA
- Ich hätte gerne einen doppelten Espresso, bitte.I would like a double espresso, please.
- Kann ich bitte einen doppelten Gin Tonic haben?Can I please have a double gin and tonic?
- Ich kaufe mir einen Kaugummi-Doppelpack.I'm buying a double-pack of chewing gum.
- 3 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Felix and Sarah are discussing their small business goals.
- FelixKönnen wir unseren Umsatz dieses Jahr verdoppeln?Can we double our turnover this year?
- SarahDas wäre toll, wenn wir das schaffen.That would be great if we manage it.
- FelixIch möchte meine Effizienz verdoppeln.I want to double my efficiency.
- SarahDann musst du aber schneller arbeiten.But then you will have to work faster.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “double” translations and entries verdoppeln, doppeln, verzweifachen, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
