OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ACROPHOBIA – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION.

OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE ACROPHOBIA – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION.

Word: Acrophobia

Pronunciation: ˌækrəˈfoʊbiə (AK-ruh-FOH-bee-uh)

Meaning & Definition:
Acrophobia is an extreme fear of heights that can cause anxiety, dizziness, or panic attacks when a person is at a high place.

Example Sentence:

• His acrophobia made it difficult for him to stand on the balcony of a tall building.

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Here is a clear guide on how to pronounce and understand the meaning of the word “Acrophobia”, based on standard English usage such as in the Oxford English Dictionary (OED).

How to Pronounce: Acrophobia

Phonetic Pronunciation (British / American):

• /ˌæk.rəˈfəʊ.bi.ə/ (British)

• /ˌæk.rəˈfoʊ.bi.ə/ (American)

Syllable Breakdown:

Ac-ro-pho-bi-a (5 syllables)

• Stress is on the third syllable: pho

You can listen to the pronunciation on the Oxford Learner’s Dictionary or other online dictionaries.

Meaning & Definition of Acrophobia:

Acrophobia is an extreme or irrational fear of heights.

It is classified as a type of anxiety disorder or specific phobia, where the person experiences intense fear when exposed to high places — such as balconies, rooftops, ladders, or even tall buildings.

Origin of the Word:

• Derived from Greek:

  • “akron” = summit or peak

  • “phobos” = fear

Examples in Sentences:

1. “Her acrophobia made it impossible for her to look down from the 10th floor.”

2. “People with acrophobia often avoid climbing ladders or flying in airplanes.”

Is It Common?

Yes, it’s one of the more common phobias, affecting a significant percentage of people at varying levels of severity.

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