scary
/ˈskeəri/ · /ˈskeri/
CEFR level A2Topic EmotionWord #844 in the learning path
吓人的；令人害怕的
Definitions
adj. Making someone feel afraid or nervous.
吓人的；令人害怕的
Example
That scary noise was just a branch against the window.
那个吓人的声音只不过是树枝在碰窗户。
Starting school can be scary for young children, so teachers should create a welcoming environment.
开始上学可能让年幼的孩子害怕，因此教师应营造友善的环境。
Collocations
- scary movie
- scary experience
- look scary
Word family
- scare (v.)
- scare (n.)
- scared (adj.)
Synonyms
- frightening
Antonyms
- reassuring
Usage tip
scary形容事物吓人；scared形容人感到害怕。
FAQ
- What does scary mean?
- Making someone feel afraid or nervous.
- How is scary pronounced?
- UK /ˈskeəri/, US /ˈskeri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
