tuple
conceptsAn ordered, immutable sequence of elements, common in Python and other functional languages
Pronunciation
Correct
TUH-pul
/ˈtʌpəl/
Derives from the suffix of 'quintuple', 'sextuple' etc., where '-tuple' rhymes with 'couple'. This pronunciation is favoured in mathematics and is common in Python communities.
Source: docs.python.org(community consensus)
Accepted Variants
Accepted Variant
TOO-pul
/ˈtuːpəl/
An alternate pronunciation by analogy with 'double', 'quadruple'. Both are in common use and neither is considered incorrect.
Source: en.wikipedia.org(community consensus)