Боязнь
Pronunciation
bah-YAHZ-ny
Translation
boyazn — fear, dread
Context & Examples
У него боязнь высоты.
He has a fear of heights.
Боязнь неудачи мешала ей действовать.
The fear of failure prevented her from acting.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
While 'страх' is the more common, general word for fear, 'боязнь' often implies a more specific, persistent, or clinical phobia, and can sound slightly more formal or literary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Боязнь" mean in Russian?
"Боязнь" translates to "boyazn — fear, dread" in English. It is pronounced as "bah-YAHZ-ny".
How do you pronounce "Боязнь"?
The pronunciation of "Боязнь" is: bah-YAHZ-ny
How to use "Боязнь" in a sentence?
Example: "У него боязнь высоты." which translates to "He has a fear of heights.". Another example: "Боязнь неудачи мешала ей действовать." — "The fear of failure prevented her from acting.".
What is the cultural significance of "Боязнь" in Russia?
While 'страх' is the more common, general word for fear, 'боязнь' often implies a more specific, persistent, or clinical phobia, and can sound slightly more formal or literary.