How to pronounce dele
Say it like DEE-lee. Dele has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE).
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- DEE
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dele pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of dele
American and British speakers say dele in essentially the same way: /ˈdili/ in the US and /ˈdiːli/ in the UK.
British respelling: DEE-lee.
What does dele mean?
- To delete.
- A sign signifying deletion.
Where does dele come from?
From Latin dēlē, second person singular imperative of dēleo (“delete”).
Words that rhyme with dele
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dele.
Questions about saying dele
How do you pronounce dele?
Say DEE-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈdili/. In British English it is /ˈdiːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dele?
Dele has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE). Broken into parts: DEE · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say dele the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdili/ and the British form is /ˈdiːli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.