Pronunciation: /ˌziːnoʊˌɡlɒsəˈfoʊbiə/
noun a fear of foreign languages
A1 Xenoglossophobia is the fear of foreign languages.
A2 Some people with xenoglossophobia feel anxious when trying to speak a language they are not familiar with.
B1 Xenoglossophobia can be overcome with practice and exposure to different languages.
B2 Individuals with xenoglossophobia may avoid traveling to countries where they do not speak the language.
C1 Therapists can help those with xenoglossophobia by using exposure therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques.
C2 Xenoglossophobia can significantly impact a person's ability to communicate effectively in multilingual environments.
formal Xenoglossophobia is the fear of foreign languages, which can be a barrier to effective communication in a globalized world.
informal I didn't realize I had xenoglossophobia until I tried ordering food in a country where I didn't speak the language.
slang I have major xenoglossophobia when it comes to trying to speak Spanish with my in-laws.
figurative For some people, xenoglossophobia feels like being lost in a sea of unfamiliar words and sounds.
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