double
dou
ˈdʌ
da
ble
bəl
bēl
British pronunciation
/ˈdʌbəl/

Definición y significado de "double"en inglés

01

habitación doble

a room that is designed for two people
double definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
The double had a queen-sized bed and a private bathroom.
La habitación doble tenía una cama queen-size y un baño privado.
02

doble, el doble

a number or quantity that is twice as large or much as another, or twice the original amount
example
Ejemplos
They offered you 15 % commission? I'll give you double.
¿Te ofrecieron un 15% de comisión? Yo te daré el doble.
03

doble, sosias

a person who bears a close resemblance to a famous individual, often used as a stand-in or impersonator
example
Ejemplos
The double fooled many fans into thinking they were meeting the actual star.
El doble engañó a muchos fanáticos haciéndoles creer que estaban conociendo a la estrella real.
3.1

doble

a person who substitutes for an actor in a film, typically during scenes that involves nude or dangerous scenes
example
Ejemplos
The actor's double was used for the wide shots where only a silhouette was visible.
El doble del actor fue utilizado para las tomas amplias donde solo se veía una silueta.
3.2

doble, sosias

a person who looks exactly like another living person, often seen as an omen or supernatural phenomenon
example
Ejemplos
Legends say that encountering your double is a sign of impending doom.
Las leyendas dicen que encontrarse con tu doble es un signo de fatalidad inminente.
04

doble

a type of base hit in baseball where the batter reaches second base safely after hitting the ball
example
Ejemplos
The outfielder's quick throw could n't prevent the batter from turning the hit into a double.
El lanzamiento rápido del jardinero no pudo evitar que el bateador convirtiera el golpe en un doble.
05

doble, redoble

(in bridge) a call made by a player to increase the stakes of the current bid, often used to challenge the opponents' bid or to indicate that they expect the opponents' contract to fail
example
Ejemplos
His double was met with a confident re-bid, leading to a tense round of play.
Su doble fue respondido con una nueva oferta segura, llevando a una ronda de juego tensa.
06

doblete

two victories in the same sport within two different competitions during the same season
example
Ejemplos
Winning the double is a rare feat, showcasing a team's excellence across multiple competitions.
Ganar el doble es una hazaña rara, que muestra la excelencia de un equipo en múltiples competiciones.
6.1

doblete, victoria en ambos partidos

victories in both the home and away matches against the same team within a single season or competition
Dialectbritish flagBritish
example
Ejemplos
Completing the double over Arsenal was a highlight of the season for the Wolves.
Completar el doblete contra el Arsenal fue un momento destacado de la temporada para los Wolves.
to double
01

doblar, doblarse

to increase something by two times its original amount or value
Transitive: to double a number or amount
to double definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
She doubled her savings by putting aside a portion of her paycheck each month.
Ella duplicó sus ahorros al apartar una parte de su sueldo cada mes.
1.1

doblar

to experience a twofold increase
Intransitive
example
Ejemplos
The number of participants in the event could double next year.
El número de participantes en el evento podría duplicarse el próximo año.
02

servir también

to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously
Intransitive: to double as sth
example
Ejemplos
The spare bedroom doubles as a home office during the workweek.
La habitación de invitados sirve también como oficina en casa durante la semana laboral.
03

apretar, cerrar con fuerza

to clench or tighten one's fist, hand, or grip with increased intensity or force, often in response to stress, anger, or determination
Transitive: to double one's fist of grip
example
Ejemplos
The boxer doubled his fists, preparing for the final round of the match.
El boxeador apretó sus puños, preparándose para la ronda final del combate.
04

correr, apresurarse

to run or move quickly to reach a destination
Intransitive: to double somewhere
example
Ejemplos
Realizing he was late, he doubled through the park to catch up with his friends.
Al darse cuenta de que llegaba tarde, aceleró a través del parque para alcanzar a sus amigos.
05

doblar

to hit a baseball in such a way that the batter safely reaches second base, earning a two-base hit
Intransitive
example
Ejemplos
She doubled to left field, driving in a run to tie the game.
Ella bateó un doble hacia el jardín izquierdo, impulsando una carrera para empatar el juego.
06

doblar, hacer un doblete

(in snooker) to pot a ball by bouncing it off a cushion before it reaches the pocket
Transitive: to double a snooker ball
example
Ejemplos
She successfully doubled the black ball, sending it bouncing off the cushion before it dropped into the pocket.
Ella logró doblar la bola negra, haciéndola rebotar en el cojín antes de que cayera en el bolsillo.
07

interpretar dos papeles

to play two distinct roles or characters in the same production or piece
Intransitive
example
Ejemplos
The script required him to double, taking on the roles of both the king and the court jester.
El guión requería que doblara, asumiendo los roles tanto del rey como del bufón de la corte.
7.1

doblar

to act as a stand-in or substitute for another actor in a dramatic role, typically during risky scenes
Intransitive: to double | to double for an actor
example
Ejemplos
He often doubles in action films, performing the risky scenes on behalf of the main actors.
A menudo dobla en películas de acción, realizando las escenas arriesgadas en nombre de los actores principales.
double
01

doble

consisting of two equal or similar things or parts
double definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
He received double recognition for his achievements in both academics and sports.
Recibió un doble reconocimiento por sus logros tanto académicos como deportivos.
1.1

doble

(of letters and numbers) referring to the same letter or number occurring consecutively, one immediately following the other
example
Ejemplos
When typing, be careful not to accidentally hit a key twice, creating a double letter.
Al escribir, ten cuidado de no pulsar accidentalmente una tecla dos veces, creando una letra doble.
1.2

doble, plegado en dos

folded in two, creating two layers or halves
example
Ejemplos
The napkin on the table was double, ready to be unfolded by the guests.
La servilleta en la mesa era doble, lista para ser desdoblada por los invitados.
02

doble

possessing two contrasting qualities or features
example
Ejemplos
The double theme of the novel explores both love and betrayal.
El tema doble de la novela explora tanto el amor como la traición.
03

doble, del doble

twice the usual size, quantity, or extent
example
Ejemplos
The double capacity of the new stadium allows it to hold twice as many fans.
La capacidad doble del nuevo estadio permite albergar el doble de aficionados.
04

doble

designed or intended for two people or things, often providing space or function for both
example
Ejemplos
The canoe came with double paddles, allowing two people to row together.
La canoa venía con remos dobles, permitiendo que dos personas remen juntas.
05

doble

having two interpretations, often to mislead or create ambiguity
example
Ejemplos
She realized too late that his compliment was actually a double remark with a hidden insult.
Ella se dio cuenta demasiado tarde de que su cumplido era en realidad un comentario doble con un insulto oculto.
double
01

doble

used to suggest that something is twice as much or has twice the significance or effect
double definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
He counted his money double to make sure he had enough for the trip.
Contó su dinero doble para asegurarse de que tenía suficiente para el viaje.
02

doble

used to indicate that something has increased twice in number, amount, or extent
double definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
He received double the amount of bonus he had anticipated.
Recibió el doble de la cantidad del bono que había anticipado.
03

doblemente

used to refers to two people or things being together or paired, often in a situation meant for one
example
Ejemplos
The narrow bed meant the siblings had to lie double, huddled together to stay warm.
La cama estrecha significaba que los hermanos tenían que acostarse juntos, acurrucados para mantenerse calientes.
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