How to Pronounce "scare stiff"
expression
ˈskɛɹ/ /ˈstɪf
SKAIR STIF
skˈeə/ /stˈɪf
SKAIR STIF
Definition
To be so frightened that you feel unable to move or react. Usually used about sudden or intense fear.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɛɹ/ /ˈstɪf
British English
skˈeə/ /stˈɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAIR STIF
UK
SKAIR STIF
Listen in Context
The movie last night scared me stiff.
He was scared stiff when he saw the snake.
I am scared stiff of heights.
I was scared stiff when the lights suddenly went out during the storm.