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Meaning of That's pretty scary

An expression indicating that something is frightening.

In simple words: It means something is frightening or causes fear.

That's pretty scary in a sentence

  • When I saw the horror movie trailer, I thought, 'That's pretty scary!'
  • The sound in the dark made me think, 'That's pretty scary.'
  • Seeing the abandoned building at night, I whispered, 'That's pretty scary.'
  • When the clown jumped out from behind the curtain, I exclaimed, 'That's pretty scary!'

How to use That's pretty scary

Used commonly in casual conversation to express fear or concern. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a ghost popping out and saying 'Boo!' and you say, 'That's pretty scary!'

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Synonyms for That's pretty scary

  • that's quite frightening
  • that's really alarming
  • that's very terrifying
  • that's quite unsettling

Common mistakes with That's pretty scary

  • Confused with 'That's pretty scared' - 'scary' describes the thing, while 'scared' describes you.
  • Using in a serious context - usually better for lighthearted or casual situations.

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Frequently asked questions about "That's pretty scary"

What does "That's pretty scary" mean?

It means something is frightening or causes fear.

What is the definition of "That's pretty scary"?

An expression indicating that something is frightening.

How do you use "That's pretty scary" in a sentence?

When I saw the horror movie trailer, I thought, 'That's pretty scary!'

Can you give another example of "That's pretty scary"?

The sound in the dark made me think, 'That's pretty scary.'

What are synonyms for "That's pretty scary"?

Common alternatives include that's quite frightening, that's really alarming, that's very terrifying, that's quite unsettling.

What words go with "That's pretty scary"?

It commonly pairs with that's pretty scary, feeling pretty scared, something's pretty scary.

What are common mistakes when using "That's pretty scary"?

Confused with 'That's pretty scared' - 'scary' describes the thing, while 'scared' describes you. Using in a serious context - usually better for lighthearted or casual situations.

How do you pronounce "That's pretty scary"?

US: //ðæts ˈprɪti ˈskɛri//, UK: //ðæts ˈprɪti ˈskɛəri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is "That's pretty scary" formal or informal?

"That's pretty scary" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use "That's pretty scary"?

Used commonly in casual conversation to express fear or concern. Avoid in formal writing.