How to Pronounce Delete

To pronounce "delete", say DEL-et-e — 3 syllables, IPA /diˈliːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/diˈliːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delete”

"delete" has 3 syllables: del-et-e. It rhymes with conceit and sweet, if that helps it stick.

What does delete mean?

noun

A key that may be pressed to delete something (such as text or files) from a computer.

noun

A deletion.
“I lost the file when I accidentally hit delete.”
(recorded entertainment industry) A remainder of a music or video release.

verb

To remove, get rid of or erase, especially written or printed material, or data on a computer or other device.

Synonyms

clear erase remove strike terminate

Antonyms

insert main

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Words that rhyme with delete

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conceit sweet obsolete replete effete complete concrete bittersweet heat deceit retreat beat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delete"?▾

"Delete" has 3 syllables: del · et · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "delete"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delete" is /diˈliːt/.

What does "delete" mean?▾

Delete: A key that may be pressed to delete something (such as text or files) from a computer.

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