How to pronounce demagogic
Say it like dem-uh-GOJ-ik. Demagogic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GOJ).
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- dem
- uh
- GOJ
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demagogic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- demGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- GOJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of demagogic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: dem-uh-GOJ-ik.
What does demagogic mean?
- Of or pertaining to demagogy or a demagogue.
Where does demagogic come from?
Borrowed from French démagogique, equivalent to demagogue + -ic.
Words that rhyme with demagogic
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Questions about saying demagogic
How do you pronounce demagogic?
Say dem-uh-GOJ-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɛməˈɡɑdʒɪk/. In British English it is /ˌdɛməˈɡɒdʒɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demagogic?
Demagogic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GOJ). Broken into parts: dem · uh · GOJ · ik.
Is demagogic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌdɛməˈɡɒdʒɪk/ (dem-uh-GOJ-ik).