To pronounce "frightens", say FRIGHT-ens — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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FRIGHT-ens
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"frightens" has 2 syllables: fright-ens. It rhymes with enlightens and heightens, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Frightens" has 2 syllables: fright · ens.
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