Words / A2

DAYNJ-uh-r-uh-s/ˈdeɪndʒərəs/

Dangerous means likely to cause harm: a dangerous road, it is dangerous to, dangerous dogs. Danger is the noun; in danger means at risk. Unsafe is a close adjective; risky is often about a choice you make. Do not say “dangerful”. Endangered (animals at risk of disappearing) is a different word.

Meaning

Likely to cause harm or injury.

Examples

• “It is dangerous to text while you drive.”
• “Thin ice is dangerous for walkers.”
• “It is dangerous to leave a pan on a high flame.”

Good to know

it is dangerous to + verb. Noun: danger / in danger. Mix-up: endangered (wildlife).

Near in meaning

unsafe

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