How to Pronounce "deltas"
word
ˈdɛɫtəz
DEL-tuhz
dˈɛltəz
DEL-tuhz
Definition
Deltas are landforms created at the mouths of rivers, where the river splits and spreads out into several streams before entering a larger body of water, often forming triangular shapes. 'Deltas' is the plural form of 'delta.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛɫtəz
British English
dˈɛltəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEL-tuhz
UK
DEL-tuhz
Listen in Context
The Nile and Mississippi are famous deltas.
Many animals live in river deltas.
Farmers use the rich soil in deltas.
Over time, powerful deltas can change the shape of the coastline.