How to pronounce indel
Say it like IN-del. Indel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- del
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Indel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- delKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of indel
American and British speakers say indel in essentially the same way: /ˈɪndɛl/ in the US and /ˈɪndɛl/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-del.
What does indel mean?
- Either an insertion or deletion mutation in the genetic code.
Where does indel come from?
Blend of insertion + deletion.
Questions about saying indel
How do you pronounce indel?
Say IN-del. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪndɛl/. In British English it is /ˈɪndɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in indel?
Indel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · del.
Do Americans and Brits say indel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪndɛl/ and the British form is /ˈɪndɛl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.