How to Pronounce Phobic

To pronounce "phobic", say PHOB-ic — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfəʊbɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfəʊbɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “phobic”

"phobic" has 2 syllables: phob-ic. It rhymes with claustrophobic and aerobic, if that helps it stick.

What does phobic mean?

noun

  1. A person who has a phobia.

adjective

  1. Relating to a phobia.

    “Anything can become a phobic stimulus.”

  2. Experiencing or expressing phobia (strong fear and/or dislike).

    “The mail carrier was phobic of dogs.”

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Words that rhyme with phobic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

claustrophobicaerobicanaerobichomophobicbobakbobekchrobakdobekkobakrobak

Related words

neuroticpsychoneuroticscaredphobiacfatphobicphilophobicpanphobicpolyphobic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phobic"?▾

"Phobic" has 2 syllables: phob · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "phobic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "phobic" is /ˈfəʊbɪk/.

What does "phobic" mean?▾

Phobic: A person who has a phobia.

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