Phobia Names
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About Phobia Names
Can you match these unusual phobia names to what they mean? This free memory games activity is built for older adults who want clear, readable browser-based games without sign-up friction.
Memory games support focus, short-term recall, and pattern recognition with visual and logic-based challenges. This quiz includes 15 questions, so it works well as a quick session or as part of a longer brain-training routine. A printable version is available if you prefer offline play or want to share the game at home, in a classroom, or in a group setting.
About Phobia Names
Phobia Names is a free memory games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 5 easy, 5 medium, 5 hard questions. Can you match these unusual phobia names to what they mean? A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. What is 'arachnophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Spiders
Arachnophobia is the fear of spiders and other arachnids. It is one of the most common phobias worldwide.
2. What is 'claustrophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Enclosed spaces
Claustrophobia is the fear of enclosed or confined spaces. It comes from the Latin 'claustrum' (a shut-in place) and the Greek 'phobos' (fear).
3. What is 'acrophobia' the fear of?
Answer: Heights
Acrophobia is the fear of heights. It comes from the Greek 'akron' (peak, summit) and 'phobos' (fear).
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Phobia Names?
Phobia Names has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Phobia Names free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Phobia Names — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Phobia Names take?
Most players finish Phobia Names in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Phobia Names?
If you enjoyed this memory games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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