How to Pronounce Theocracy

To pronounce "theocracy", say THEOCR-acy — 2 syllables, IPA /θiːˈɒkɹəsɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/θiːˈɒkɹəsɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “theocracy”

"theocracy" has 2 syllables: theocr-acy. It rhymes with aristocracy and hypocrisy, if that helps it stick.

What does theocracy mean?

noun

  1. Government under the control of a state-sponsored religion.

    “Tibet was a Buddhist theocracy ruled by the Dalai Lama.”

  2. Rule by a god.

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Words that rhyme with theocracy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aristocracyhypocrisybureaucracyautocracymeritocracydemocracy

Related words

religiousislamocracymullahcracycaliphatecaliphdomislamocratkhalifatecalifate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "theocracy"?▾

"Theocracy" has 2 syllables: theocr · acy.

What is the IPA transcription of "theocracy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "theocracy" is /θiːˈɒkɹəsɪ/.

What does "theocracy" mean?▾

Theocracy: Government under the control of a state-sponsored religion.

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