What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
doublette
Example
The collector was excited to add the rare doublette to his stamp collection. [doublette: noun]
Example
The museum had a doublette of the ancient vase on display in another exhibit. [doublette: noun]
duplicate
Example
Please make a duplicate of this report and send it to the manager. [duplicate: noun]
Example
The artist created a duplicate of the famous painting for the exhibition. [duplicate: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Duplicate is more commonly used than doublette in everyday language and is more widely recognized.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between doublette and duplicate?
Doublette has a more formal and specialized connotation, while duplicate is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.