How to Pronounce Dele

To pronounce "dele", say DEL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdiːliː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈdiːliː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dele”

"dele" has 2 syllables: del-e.

What does dele mean?

noun

  1. A sign signifying deletion

verb

  1. (usually imperative) to delete

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Related words

expungeeraseremoveeliminateeradicateexpurgatecancelexcise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dele"?▾

"Dele" has 2 syllables: del · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dele"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dele" is /ˈdiːliː/.

What does "dele" mean?▾

Dele: A sign signifying deletion

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