How to pronounce demagoguery
Say it like dem-uh-GOG-uh-ree. Demagoguery has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GOG).
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- dem
- uh
- GOG
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demagoguery 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.
- GOGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of demagoguery
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: dem-uh-GOG-uh-ree.
What does demagoguery mean?
- The actions of a demagogue.
- Rhetoric that appeals to the prejudices of the people.
Where does demagoguery come from?
From demagogue + -ery.
Questions about saying demagoguery
How do you pronounce demagoguery?
Say dem-uh-GOG-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɛməˈɡɑɡəri/. In British English it is /ˌdɛməˈɡɒɡəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demagoguery?
Demagoguery has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GOG). Broken into parts: dem · uh · GOG · uh · ree.
Is demagoguery 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 /ˌdɛməˈɡɒɡəri/ (dem-uh-GOG-uh-ree).