How to Pronounce Deselect

To pronounce "deselect", say DES-el-ect — 3 syllables, IPA /diːsəˈlɛkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/diːsəˈlɛkt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deselect”

"deselect" has 3 syllables: des-el-ect. It rhymes with preselect, if that helps it stick.

What does deselect mean?

verb

  1. To not select; to rule out of selection.
  2. To reject (an MP) as constituency candidate at a forthcoming election.

Antonyms

select

Words that rhyme with deselect

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

preselect

Related words

deactivateinactivateunselectuncheckoffdisableclearunmark

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deselect"?▾

"Deselect" has 3 syllables: des · el · ect.

What is the IPA transcription of "deselect"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deselect" is /diːsəˈlɛkt/.

What does "deselect" mean?▾

Deselect: To not select; to rule out of selection.

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