How to Pronounce Delude

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

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɪˈljuːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delude”

"delude" has 3 syllables: del-ud-e. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does delude mean?

verb

  1. To deceive into believing something which is false; to lead into error; to dupe.
  2. To frustrate or disappoint.

Synonyms

deceivemislead

Words that rhyme with delude

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrewdcrudesubduedfortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudeallude

Related words

deceivecozentrickbetraycheatdefraudmisleadmisinform

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delude"?▾

"Delude" has 3 syllables: del · ud · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "delude"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delude" is /dɪˈljuːd/.

What does "delude" mean?▾

Delude: To deceive into believing something which is false; to lead into error; to dupe.

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