twice
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for twice, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — Two times.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use twice
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
twice a week
twice as much
think twice
Etymology
From Old English twīwa ("two times") with an old adverbial ending, related to the prefix twi- meaning "two."
Full origin of twice →Frequently asked questions
What does “twice” mean?
The word “twice” means two times. In plain terms, two times, or double the amount.
How do you pronounce “twice”?
“Twice” is pronounced twys (/twaɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “twice” in a sentence?
Here is “twice” used in a sentence: “I've already told you twice.”
What is another word for “twice”?
Words with a similar meaning to “twice” include double, doubly, two times, bis, twicet and twofold.
What is the opposite of “twice”?
The opposite of “twice” — its antonyms — are once and thrice.
What part of speech is “twice”?
“Twice” is an adverb.
Where does the word “twice” come from?
The word “twice” comes from Old English. From Old English twīwa ("two times") with an old adverbial ending, related to the prefix twi- meaning "two.".
Is “twice” a common word?
“Twice” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
What is the difference between twice and double?
Twice is an adverb meaning two times, describing how often something happens: I checked it twice. Double is usually an adjective or verb about quantity, meaning twice as much or as many: a double helping, or to double the recipe. So you do something twice, but you ask for a double amount.
What is an example of using twice?
You use twice to count repetitions: 'I have watched that film twice,' or 'The phone rang twice before she answered.' It can also compare amounts — 'This box is twice as heavy as that one' — where it means two times the size, weight, or number of something else.
