fraid
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Pronunciation spelling of afraid.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Guess ye'd better speak to 'em about spendin' so much money, Mr. Merrick; I'm 'fraid they may need it some day." "
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fraid” mean?
Pronunciation spelling of afraid.
Is “fraid” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.