aterrador
ah-teh-rrah-DOR
/ateɾaˈðoɾ/
📝 In Action
Vimos una película tan aterradora que no pude dormir.
B1We saw such a terrifying movie that I couldn't sleep.
La noticia del desastre fue aterradora para todos.
B2The news of the disaster was frightening for everyone.
Los ruidos aterradores venían del sótano abandonado.
B2The terrifying noises were coming from the abandoned basement.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement
This word must match the noun it describes. Use 'aterrador' for masculine nouns (el monstruo aterrador) and 'aterradora' for feminine nouns (la situación aterradora).
Placement
Like most descriptive adjectives, 'aterrador' usually goes after the noun it modifies: 'un fantasma aterrador' (a terrifying ghost).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing the Verb
Mistake: “Using 'aterrar' when you mean 'to land' (a plane).”
Correction: While related, 'aterrar' usually means 'to terrify.' For a plane landing, use 'aterrizar.'
⭐ Usage Tips
Stronger than 'Scary'
Use 'aterrador' when something is truly shocking or deeply frightening, like a horror movie or a terrible piece of news. For mild fear, use 'asustado' or 'miedoso'.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: aterrador
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the feminine form of the word?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'aterrador' and 'asustado'?
'Aterrador' describes the thing that *causes* the fear (e.g., 'The movie is terrifying'). 'Asustado' describes the person who *feels* the fear (e.g., 'I am scared').
How do I make 'aterrador' plural?
You simply add '-es' to the end: 'aterradores' (masculine plural) or 'aterradoras' (feminine plural).