How many syllables in fright?

There is 1 syllable in the word fright.

Divide fright into syllables:

fright (noun):: sudden fear or alarm; fear excited by sudden danger alarm; an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight).

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affright

afraid

alarm

apprehension

apprehensiveness

chill

cold sweat

consternation

creeps

dismay

dread

eyesore

fear

fear and trembling

fearfulness

fearless

frisson

hideosity

horror

hysteria

intimidation

mess

panic

panic attack

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