How to Pronounce "succubus"
word
ˈsʌk.jə.bəs
SUHK-yuh-buhs
səkjˈuːbəs
suh-KYOO-buhs
Definition
A succubus is a female demon or spirit from mythology and folklore that is said to visit men in their dreams, often to seduce them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsʌk.jə.bəs
British English
səkjˈuːbəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUHK-yuh-buhs
UK
suh-KYOO-buhs
Listen in Context
Some ancient stories tell of a succubus visiting people at night.
A succubus is known for tempting men in their dreams.
The legend says a succubus appears as a beautiful woman.
In that novel, the main villain is actually a succubus in disguise.