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How do you spell Claustrophobia?

Correct spelling

claustrophobia

Remember 'claustrum' (enclosed) + 'phobia' - keep the 'au' in claustrum intact

Why is claustrophobia spelled this way?

From Latin claustrum (enclosed space) + Greek phobos (fear). Fear of enclosed spaces. The 'austr' cluster in the middle is where most errors occur.

Common misspellings of claustrophobia

claustraphobiaclaustrofobiaclaustorphobiaclostrophobia

Example

Her claustrophobia made riding in elevators an unbearable experience.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell claustrophobia?+
The correct spelling is "claustrophobia". Remember 'claustrum' (enclosed) + 'phobia' - keep the 'au' in claustrum intact
Is it claustraphobia or claustrophobia?+
The correct spelling is "claustrophobia", not "claustraphobia".

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