How to pronounce democracy
noun A system in which people choose their government.
Written sound guide
Nora’s AI voice uses natural Indian English. Written guides are approximate and may differ from Nora’s pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the strongest syllable.
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democracy or democratic?
noun
democracy
dihMAHkruhseeA system in which people choose their government.
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