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danger

Pronunciation: [ˈdeɪndʒər]

Word

Learn how to use danger in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “safety”

(noun) a situation that could cause harm or injury to someone. It means that something might be unsafe or risky, like walking near a busy street without looking.

Example

The sign warned us about the danger of swimming in the river during a storm.

Example

There was no danger in the park; it was very safe for kids to play.

Example

What do you think is the biggest danger when riding a bike?

Context: “risk”

(noun) something that poses a threat or harm, often related to certain activities. For example, climbing a steep mountain has a danger because you might fall.

Example

Skydiving can be thrilling, but it also has its dangers.

Example

Playing video games safely at home carries no danger.

Example

What dangers do you know about when hiking in the mountains?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) a feeling of being in trouble or about to get hurt. You might feel a sense of danger when you hear loud noises in a dark place.

Example

He felt a great danger as he walked through the abandoned house.

Example

She didn’t feel any danger while enjoying her day at the beach.

Example

Have you ever felt a sense of danger when doing something unusual?

How to pronounce danger

Pronunciation: [ˈdeɪndʒər]

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