Doppeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Doppeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "to double", "to duplicate" or "to dub".

Essential properties of "doppeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: doppeln
  • Simple past: doppelte
  • Participle: gedoppelt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "doppeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To duplicate or repeat, especially in theater or film"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Schauspieler musste seine Rolle doppeln.The actor had to double his role.
  2. Im Film wurde die Stimme des Charakters gedoppelt.In the film, the character's voice was dubbed.
  3. Er hat die Szene zweimal gedoppelt.He doubled the scene twice.

2.) "To mark a player with two defenders in sports"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Stürmer wurde von zwei Verteidigern gedoppelt.The striker was double-teamed by two defenders.
  2. Im Basketball doppeln sie oft den besten Spieler.In basketball, they often double-team the best player.
  3. Der Trainer entschied sich, den Gegner zu doppeln.The coach decided to double-team the opponent.
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