How to Pronounce Deletes

To pronounce "deletes", say DEL-et-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

DEL-et-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “deletes”

"deletes" has 3 syllables: del-et-es. It rhymes with seats and sweets, if that helps it stick.

What does deletes mean?

verb

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

Synonyms

cleareraseremovestriketerminate

Antonyms

insertmain

Words that rhyme with deletes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seatssweetseatssheetscleatsteatsmeetsdeceitsbleatsheatstreatsgreets

Related words

erasecancelblue-pencilabolishabolishesabolitionscancelscleans

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deletes"?▾

"Deletes" has 3 syllables: del · et · es.

What does "deletes" mean?▾

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

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