How to pronounce delph
Say it like DELF. Delph is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- DELF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Delph pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DELFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of delph
American and British speakers say delph in essentially the same way: /dɛlf/ in the US and /dɛlf/ in the UK.
British respelling: DELF.
What does delph mean?
- Alternative form of delf (“mine, quarry, ditch”).
- Alternative spelling of Delft (“style of earthenware”).
Words that rhyme with delph
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of delph.
Questions about saying delph
How do you pronounce delph?
Say DELF. The American pronunciation is /dɛlf/. In British English it is /dɛlf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in delph?
Delph is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: DELF.
Do Americans and Brits say delph the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dɛlf/ and the British form is /dɛlf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.