How to Pronounce By-elections

To pronounce "by-elections", say BYEL-ect-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

BYEL-ect-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “by-elections”

"by-elections" has 3 syllables: byel-ect-ions.

What does by-elections mean?

noun

  1. A special election held to fill a political office that has become vacant between general elections.

Synonyms

bypollspecial election

Related words

constituencieselectionspartialpartialsridingssubcommitteeelectoralelection

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How many syllables are in "by-elections"?▾

"By-elections" has 3 syllables: byel · ect · ions.

What does "by-elections" mean?▾

By-elections: A special election held to fill a political office that has become vacant between general elections.

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