How to Pronounce Delve

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/dɛlv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delve”

"delve" has 2 syllables: delv-e. It rhymes with helve and twelve, if that helps it stick.

What does delve mean?

verb

  1. To dig the ground, especially with a shovel.
  2. To search thoroughly and carefully for information, research, dig into, penetrate, fathom, trace out

Synonyms

diginvestigateresearch

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Words that rhyme with delve

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helvetwelveselveshelve

Related words

digexcavateimmerseplungedivestrip-searchwidenprobe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delve"?▾

"Delve" has 2 syllables: delv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "delve"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delve" is /dɛlv/.

What does "delve" mean?▾

Delve: To dig the ground, especially with a shovel.

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