How many syllables in shriek?

There is 1 syllable in the word shriek.

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Divide shriek into syllables:

shriek

How to pronounce shriek:

Definition of shriek:

shriek (verb):: to utter a sharp shrill sound; to utter (words or sounds) in a high-pitched tone

Synonyms for shriek:

call

cry

outcry

scream

screaming

screech

screeching

shout

shrieking

vociferation

yell

Antonyms for shriek:

hushed tone

low voice

mumble

murmur

murmuring

mutter

muttering

sighing

soft voice

susurration

undertone

whimper

whisper

whispering

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