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The correct spelling is afraid.
How to pronounce afraid
/əˈfɹeɪd/
adjectiveIPA: /əˈfɹeɪd/
Say it like: Afr-ayd
The correct spelling is afraid. (usually used predicatively, not attributively, be afraid) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear. For example: "He is afraid of death."
Usage Examples
“He is afraid of death.”
“I am afraid I cannot help you in this matter.”
Definition
adjective
- 1.(usually used predicatively, not attributively, be afraid) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.
- 2.Regretful, sorry.
- 3.(used with for) Worried about, feeling concern for, fearing for (someone or something).
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