Succubus is a mythical creature that is often portrayed as a female demon that seduces men while they sleep. The spelling of the plural form of this word is "succubae" or "succubi," but some people mistakenly use "succubas." The correct pronunciation of "succubi" is /ˈsʌk.jʊ.baɪ/, with the stress on the second syllable. The incorrect plural form "succubas" would be pronounced as /səˈkjuː.bʌs/, with the stress on the first syllable. It is important to use proper spelling and pronunciation to avoid confusion and misinterpretation.
The word "succubas" is derived from the Latin word "succuba", which means "prostitute" or "concubine". In medieval folklore, a succubus is a female demon or supernatural entity that appears in dreams and seduces men, often taking the form of a beautiful woman. The term "succuba" was first used in medieval Latin texts, and it eventually evolved into "succubus" in English.