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nyctophobia
Definition:
(nou) a morbid fear of night or darkness
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Psychotherapy is one way to treat nyctophobia.
In her case, she was in a severe stage of nyctophobia.
Depression is a possible side affect for someone with nyctophobia.
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Common mistakes of nyctophobia pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "nyc-to-'phobia." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "nyc-to-ˈpho-bia." Tip: Remember to emphasize "pho" when pronouncing "nyctophobia."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "nyctophobia" with a long "o" sound, like "nyc-to-'fo-bia." The correct pronunciation is with a short "o" as in "phobia": "nyc-to-ˈfo-bia." Tip: Focus on a quick "o" sound in "phobia."
- Overemphasizing "nyct": A common mistake is overpronouncing the first syllable, leading to "NICK-to-phobia." The correct pronunciation is "ˈnyc," which is softer. Tip: Say "nyc" quickly to keep the flow of "nyctophobia."
- Skipping syllables: Some might drop the "to" and say "nyc-phobia." This alters the word's meaning and structure. The full pronunciation is "nyc-to-ˈpho-bia." Tip: Make sure to articulate each syllable for clarity.
- Mispronouncing "phobia": People sometimes say "fo-bi-a" instead of "ˈpho-bia." The correct pronunciation includes a distinct "ph" sound. Tip: Practice saying "phobia" clearly to ensure accuracy in "nyctophobia."