How to pronounce theocratic
Say it like thee-uh-KRAT-ik. Theocratic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KRAT).
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- thee
- uh
- KRAT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theocratic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- theeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KRATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of theocratic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: thee-uh-KRAT-ik.
What does theocratic mean?
- Pertaining to theocracy.
- Conforming to God-rule, by Christian behavior.
Where does theocratic come from?
From theocrat + -ic or theo- + -cratic.
Words that rhyme with theocratic
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Questions about saying theocratic
How do you pronounce theocratic?
Say thee-uh-KRAT-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌθiəˈkrætɪk/. In British English it is /ˌθiːəˈkrætɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theocratic?
Theocratic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KRAT). Broken into parts: thee · uh · KRAT · ik.
Is theocratic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌθiːəˈkrætɪk/ (thee-uh-KRAT-ik).