How to pronounce phobic
Say it like FOH-bik. Phobic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOH).
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- FOH
- bik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phobic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- bikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of phobic
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: FOH-bik.
What does phobic mean?
- Relating to a phobia.“Anything can become a phobic stimulus.”
- Experiencing or expressing phobia (strong fear and/or dislike).“The mail carrier was phobic of dogs.”
- A person who has a phobia.
Where does phobic come from?
From phobia + -ic, see -phobic.
Words that rhyme with phobic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of phobic.
Questions about saying phobic
How do you pronounce phobic?
Say FOH-bik. The American pronunciation is /ˈfoʊbɪk/. In British English it is /ˈfəʊbɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phobic?
Phobic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOH). Broken into parts: FOH · bik.
Is phobic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈfəʊbɪk/ (FOH-bik).