German Phrase
Das ist ein echt gruseliger Film.
Meaning
This phrase is used to describe a movie that is frightening or creepy. The word 'echt' serves as a colloquial intensifier meaning 'really' or 'truly', while 'gruselig' captures the feeling of getting the chills.
When to use
Use this sentence when discussing horror movies or thrillers with friends. It is particularly common in casual settings when giving a recommendation or a warning about a film's intensity.
✦Grammar Breakdown
DasisteinechtgruseligerFilm
Adjective Endings
The ending '-er' in 'gruseliger' is required because 'Film' is a masculine noun in the nominative case following the mixed declension pattern (after 'ein').
Intensifiers
The word 'echt' functions here as an adverbial intensifier. Unlike the following adjective, it does not change its ending based on the noun.
🗨In Conversation
Sollen wir diesen Horrorfilm schauen?
Should we watch this horror movie?
Gerne, aber sei vorsichtig, das ist ein echt gruseliger Film.
Sure, but be careful, that is a really scary movie.
✕Common Mistakes
Das ist ein echt gruselig Film.
The adjective must have the '-er' ending to agree with the masculine nominative noun 'Film' after the indefinite article 'ein'.
Das ist ein wirklich gruselig Film.
Even when using 'wirklich' instead of 'echt', the adjective 'gruselig' still requires the correct case ending.
↔Alternatives
Der Film ist total gruselig.
The movie is totally scary.
Das ist ein Horrorfilm.
That is a horror movie.
Ich finde den Film unheimlich.
I find the movie eerie.
Cultural Tip
In Germany, 'echt' is one of the most versatile words in casual conversation, often replacing 'sehr' (very) to sound more authentic. When talking about movies, Germans appreciate directness, so using 'echt' adds a layer of genuine personal conviction to your opinion.