# dual, duel, jewel

> English homophone group · 3 words that sound the same · /ˈd͡ʒuː.əl/

These English words share one pronunciation but differ in spelling and meaning.

## The words

### dual
*/ˈd͡ʒuː.əl/*
Characterized by having two (usually equivalent) components.

### duel
*/ˈˈd͡ʒuːəl/*
Arranged, regular combat between two private persons, often over a matter of honor.

### jewel
*/ˈd͡ʒuːəl/*
A precious or semi-precious stone; gem, gemstone.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA); groups derived from IPA pronunciation. Data vintage: 2026-09-03.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/homophones/dual