How to Pronounce Delved

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/dɛlvd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delved”

"delved" has 2 syllables: delv-ed. It rhymes with shelved, if that helps it stick.

What does delved 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

Words that rhyme with delved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shelved

Related words

venturedexploredbranchedsegueddabbledwadedseepedevolved

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delved"?▾

"Delved" has 2 syllables: delv · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "delved"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delved" is /dɛlvd/.

What does "delved" mean?▾

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

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