How to Pronounce Politics

To pronounce "politics", say POL-it-ics — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “politics”

"politics" has 3 syllables: pol-it-ics. It rhymes with nix and fix, if that helps it stick.

What does politics mean?

verb

  1. To engage in political activity; politick.

noun

  1. A methodology and activities associated with running a government, an organization, or a movement.
  2. The profession of conducting political affairs.

    “He made a career out of politics.”

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Words that rhyme with politics

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nixfixaffixtransfixmixdepictsintermixcrucifixkickstrickslickspix

Related words

governmentpoliticalpoliticianpolitypoliticallypolitiquepolicymaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "politics"?▾

"Politics" has 3 syllables: pol · it · ics.

What is the IPA transcription of "politics"?▾

The IPA transcription of "politics" is /ˈpɒl.ɪ.tɪks/.

What does "politics" mean?▾

Politics: To engage in political activity; politick.

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