Spanish Word · Intermediate
asustar
to scare, to frighten, to spook
Pronunciation: /asusˈtaɾ/
Meaning
to scare, to frighten, to spook
Example
Me asusté cuando de la nada, un escarabajo voló hacia mí y se me metió en el pelo.
I freaked out when out of nowhere, a beetle flew at me and got in my hair.
Practice tips
- Practice asustar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.