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“demagoguery” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/demaˈɣoxja/

Example

La demagogia utiliza promesas sencillas para ganar apoyo.

Demagoguery uses simple promises to win support.

Illustration for demagogia (demagoguery)

How to say “demagoguery” in Spanish

“Demagoguery” in Spanish is demagogia.

Deliberate exploitation of public fear or hope in speeches or media to win followers.

Full entry for demagogia: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with demagogia

En la cena, muchos llamaron esa propuesta pura demagogia.

At the dinner, many called that proposal mere demagoguery.

Tips for using demagogia

  • The noun often appears with verbs like acusar de or hablar de la demagogia and usually carries a pejorative tone, so expect it as a charge rather than a neutral label.

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