How Many Syllables Are in "Scared"?
scared has 1 syllable.
Syllable breakdown
scared
- Word
- scared
- Syllable count
- 1
- Pronunciation
- /skerd/
- Part of speech
- adjective
Definition
Feeling afraid.
Example sentence
The puppy was scared of the thunder.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check. The -ed ending does not add a syllable.