How to Pronounce "agoraphobia"
word
əˌɡɔɹəˈfoʊbiə
uh-GOR-uh-FOH-bee-uh
ˌæɡɔːɹɐfˈəʊbiə
ag-AW-ruh-FOH-bee-uh
Definition
Agoraphobia is a fear of being in situations or places where it might be hard to escape, such as open spaces, crowds, or public areas.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˌɡɔɹəˈfoʊbiə
British English
ˌæɡɔːɹɐfˈəʊbiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-GOR-uh-FOH-bee-uh
UK
ag-AW-ruh-FOH-bee-uh
Listen in Context
He was diagnosed with agoraphobia by his doctor.
People with agoraphobia often feel anxious in crowds.
Agoraphobia can make it hard to leave the house.
She avoids shopping malls because of her agoraphobia.