How to Pronounce Democracy

To pronounce "democracy", say DEM-ocr-acy — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈmɑkɹəsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɪˈmɑkɹəsi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/dɪmˈɒkɹəsi/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “democracy”

"democracy" has 3 syllables: dem-ocr-acy. It rhymes with aristocracy and hypocrisy, if that helps it stick.

What does democracy mean?

noun

  1. Rule by the people, especially as a form of government; either directly or through elected representatives (representative democracy).
  2. A government under the direct or representative rule of the people of its jurisdiction.

Synonyms

democratism

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Words that rhyme with democracy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aristocracyhypocrisybureaucracyautocracymeritocracytheocracy

Related words

republiccommonwealthdemocratizationdemocraticallydemocraticdemocratisationdiplomacydemocrat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "democracy"?▾

"Democracy" has 3 syllables: dem · ocr · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "democracy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "democracy" is /dɪˈmɑkɹəsi/.

What does "democracy" mean?▾

Democracy: Rule by the people, especially as a form of government; either directly or through elected representatives (representative democracy).

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