How to Pronounce Newspeak

To pronounce "newspeak", say NEWSP-eak — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

NEWSP-eak

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💡 Tip for remembering “newspeak”

"newspeak" has 2 syllables: newsp-eak. It rhymes with bleak and shriek, if that helps it stick.

What does newspeak mean?

noun

  1. Use of ambiguous, misleading, or euphemistic words in order to deceive the listener, especially by politicians and officials.

Words that rhyme with newspeak

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bleakshriekobliquesleekuniquephysiqueweakantiquebespeaksneakfreakclique

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "newspeak"?▾

"Newspeak" has 2 syllables: newsp · eak.

What does "newspeak" mean?▾

Newspeak: Use of ambiguous, misleading, or euphemistic words in order to deceive the listener, especially by politicians and officials.

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