How to pronounce delo
Say it like DEL-oh. Delo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEL).
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- DEL
- oh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Delo pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of delo
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: DEL-oh.
What does delo mean?
- A delegate (representative).
Where does delo come from?
From delegate + -o.
Words that rhyme with delo
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of delo.
Questions about saying delo
How do you pronounce delo?
Say DEL-oh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛloʊ/. In British English it is /ˈdɛləʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in delo?
Delo has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEL). Broken into parts: DEL · oh.
Is delo pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈdɛləʊ/ (DEL-oh).