To pronounce "by-election", say BYEL-ect-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"by-election" has 3 syllables: byel-ect-ion. It rhymes with bye-election, if that helps it stick.
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"By-election" has 3 syllables: byel · ect · ion.
By-election: A special election held to fill a political office that has become vacant between general elections.
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