fraid
word · lemma: afraid
Definition
'Fraid' is an informal spoken contraction of 'afraid,' meaning scared, worried, or fearful about something.
Usage & Nuances
'Fraid' is only used in very informal spoken English, mainly in phrases like "’fraid so" or "’fraid not". It is never used in writing except in dialog to show casual speech. Use 'afraid' in formal or written contexts.
Spanish: asustado - tener miedoPortuguese (BR): com medo - assustadoPortuguese (PT): com medo - assustadoChinese (Simplified): 害怕的 - 担心的Chinese (Traditional): 害怕的 - 擔心的Hindi: डरा हुआ - डरArabic: خائف - يخاف
Example Sentences
I'm fraid I can't come to your party.
basic
She’s fraid of the dark.
basic
He’s not fraid to try new things.
basic
’Fraid not, we’re all out of tickets.
natural
I’m fraid that’s just how things are sometimes.
natural
You lost your keys again? ’Fraid so!
natural