To pronounce "delectus", say DEL-ect-us — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
delectus
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"delectus" has 3 syllables: del-ect-us. It rhymes with alectis, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Delectus" has 3 syllables: del · ect · us.
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