Adrian McKinty

With a few notable exceptions, literary fiction in the U.K. is dominated by an upper and upper middle-class clique who usually have a tin ear for the demotic and who portray working-class characters with, at best, a benevolent condescension.

Irish Novelist

Demotic describes language as it's spoken in daily life, not in formal settings or literature.

Everyday Language

Demotic can refer to language influenced by mass media and pop culture, reflecting current trends.

Pop Culture

Although informal, demotic is not necessarily slang; it's broadly understood, unlike some slang.

Not Slang

Demotic as historical terminology refers to a stage in the development of the Egyptian language.

Historical Language

The demotic Egyptian language had a specific script used for writing during that period.

Specific Script

Understanding demotic ancient Egyptian helps in comprehending the culture and society of that time.