Stigmatophilias is a rare word that refers to the act of becoming sexually aroused by tattoos or other forms of body modification. The word is spelled /ˌstɪɡmətoʊˈfɪliəs/, with a stress on the second and fourth syllables. The "stigma" in the word refers to a mark or tattoo, while "philia" means love or attraction to. The complex spelling of stigmatophilias reflects the complex nature of this fetish, which is not commonly discussed in mainstream settings.