Triskaidekaphobia

ENZH

What Does Triskaidekaphobia Mean?

  • 恐怖症
  • 13恐惧症

Triskaidekaphobia Pronunciation

/ˌtrɪskaɪdɛkəˈfoʊbiə/

Triskaidekaphobia Definition

noun

Definition

An irrational fear of the number thirteen.

In ZH

一种对数字十三的非理性恐惧症。

How to Use Triskaidekaphobia in a Sentence

  • Many people in Western cultures have triskaidekaphobia.
  • The hotel skipped the 13th floor due to triskaidekaphobia.
  • Some athletes avoid wearing the number 13 on their jerseys because of triskaidekaphobia.
  • Triskaidekaphobia can lead to anxious behavior on Friday the 13th.
  • In some cultures, triskaidekaphobia is considered superstition.