To pronounce "patriotic", say PATR-iot-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpeɪ.tɹi.ɒ.tɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈpeɪ.tɹi.ɒ.tɪk/
IPA
"patriotic" has 3 syllables: patr-iot-ic. It rhymes with erotic and chaotic, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“a patriotic song”
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"Patriotic" has 3 syllables: patr · iot · ic.
The IPA transcription of "patriotic" is /ˈpeɪ.tɹi.ɒ.tɪk/.
Patriotic: Inspired by or showing patriotism; done out of love of one's country; zealously and unselfishly devoted to the service of one's country
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