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Pronounced by Salli


Syllables

The word 'del' has one syllable.
ˈdɛl


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Sound by Sound American English Phonetic Pronunciation of the word 'Del'

Practicing the sound by sound pronunciation table of the word 'Del' will help you improve your spoken American English.

#2: /d/
TongueThe tongue comes up. The front part touches the roof of the mouth behind the top teeth. Then it pulls down to release the air.
TeethThe teeth are together. Then they separate.
AirFirst, the air stops. Then it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#3: /ɛ/
TongueThe tongue tip touches the back of the bottom front teeth. The middle part of the tongue arches up towards the roof of the mouth.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#4: /l/
TongueThe tongue is against the back of the upper teeth.
AirThe air flows around the sides of the mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.

Try this Exciting 'del' Tongue Twister Challenge

Del danced the delicate dance, Delightfully dodging every chance, To tangle his toes and twist his lips, In a truly terrific tongue twister trip! With a sparkle in his eye, and a laugh on his tongue, Del dazzled all, old and young. His nimble feet moved with grace and flair, Making everyone stop and stare! His lips let loose a delightful giggle, As his tongue tripped and wiggled, He twisted and turned each tricky little sound, Leaving everyone laughing all around! Del the master of tongue twisters grand, Could twist and turn with a wave of his hand. His jubilant spirit spread far and wide, Bringing joy and laughter on this wild ride! So let's applaud for Del, who's truly sublime, For giving us joy through his rhyming chime. Del forever shall be remembered well, In the world of tongue twisters, he surely does excel!

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