To pronounce "ad-hocracy", say ADH-ocr-acy — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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ADH-ocr-acy
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"ad-hocracy" has 3 syllables: adh-ocr-acy.
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"Ad-hocracy" has 3 syllables: adh · ocr · acy.
Ad-hocracy: (organizational theory) An organizational system designed to be flexible and responsive to the needs of the moment rather than excessively bureaucratic.
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