dobbel

Dobbel is a term used in Scandinavian languages, notably Norwegian and Danish, meaning double or twofold. It functions as both an adjective and a noun to describe things that come in pairs or are multiplied by two. In hospitality contexts, dobbel appears in expressions related to accommodations for two people, such as a double room or a double bed, with exact terms varying by language.

In everyday usage, dobbel also denotes a twofold quantity or duplication, for example when describing copies, units, or outcomes that are twice as large as the base amount. In gambling or betting contexts within Norwegian and Danish usage, dobbel can indicate a twofold stake or a double bet, again with language-specific forms.

In linguistics and language usage, dobbel serves as the root for related words and inflected forms that express doubling, multiplicity, or repetition. The term’s primary sense remains tied to the idea of twofoldness within its native Scandinavian contexts, and its use outside these languages is limited.

Notes: The term should not be confused with Dobble, a separate card game known in some markets as Spot It!, which has a different spelling and meaning.