How to Pronounce Frights

To pronounce "frights", say FRIGHTS — one syllable, IPA /fɹaɪts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/fɹaɪts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “frights”

"frights" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with plights and insights, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: frites — easy to mix up when writing.

What does frights mean?

noun

  1. A state of terror excited by the sudden appearance of danger; sudden and violent fear, usually of short duration; a sudden alarm.
  2. Anything strange, ugly or shocking, producing a feeling of alarm or aversion.

verb

  1. To frighten.

Words that rhyme with frights

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plightsinsightsrightsignitesacolytessightssiteshighlightsmitesinciteswritesblights

Related words

frightenfearfearfulnessscareaffrightthrillsghoulsgore

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "frights"?▾

"Frights" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "frights"?▾

The IPA transcription of "frights" is /fɹaɪts/.

What does "frights" mean?▾

Frights: A state of terror excited by the sudden appearance of danger; sudden and violent fear, usually of short duration; a sudden alarm.

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