How to Pronounce "incubus"
word
ˈɪn.kjə.bəs
IN-kyuh-buhs
ˈɪnkjuːbəs
IN-kyoo-buhs
Definition
An incubus is, in mythology, a male demon believed to visit women while they sleep, often causing feelings of fear or pressure. The word can also refer generally to something that weighs heavily on someone, like a persistent worry or burden.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn.kjə.bəs
British English
ˈɪnkjuːbəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-kyuh-buhs
UK
IN-kyoo-buhs
Listen in Context
Some old stories say that an incubus visits people in their sleep.
She read a book about an incubus attacking villagers at night.
The word incubus can also mean a heavy burden or worry.
After losing his job, debt became a real incubus in his life.