How to Pronounce "scary"
word
/ˈskɛɹi/
SKAIR-ee
/skˈeəɹi/
SKAIR-ee
Definition
Something scary makes you feel afraid or nervous. It can describe real danger or just something that feels frightening, like a movie or a loud noise.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈskɛɹi/
British English
/skˈeəɹi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAIR-ee
UK
SKAIR-ee
Listen in Context
That dog looks scary.
I don't like scary movies.
The dark room felt scary.
It sounded scary at first, but it was actually pretty safe.