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How dangerous is this

🇬🇧 UK //haʊ ˈdeɪn.dʒər.əs ɪz ðɪs// 🇺🇸 US //haʊ ˈdeɪn.dʒər.əs ɪz ðɪs//

Meaning of How dangerous is this

A question asking about the level of risk or harm associated with something.

In simple words: How risky or harmful is this?

How dangerous is this in a sentence

• How dangerous is this river for swimming?
• When evaluating wildlife, one might ask, 'How dangerous is this species?'
• Before exploring the abandoned building, we need to know, 'How dangerous is this?'
• When handling chemicals, it's crucial to ask, 'How dangerous is this reaction?'
• During the meeting, someone raised the question, 'How dangerous is this new policy?'

How to use How dangerous is this

Use this phrase when assessing risk or safety. Avoid in overly formal contexts; suitable for conversations, discussions, or casual inquiries.

Grammar pattern

standalone question

Memory hint

Think of a cautious person asking before trying something risky.

Related words

Collocations with How dangerous is this

• assess danger
• evaluate risk
• check safety

Synonyms for How dangerous is this

• How risky is this?
• How harmful is this?
• What are the dangers?
• How threatening is this?

Common mistakes with How dangerous is this

• Confusing with 'How safe is this?' which has the opposite meaning.
• Using 'How dangerous is it?' when referring to a thing instead of a situation.

Frequently asked questions about How dangerous is this

What does How dangerous is this mean?

How risky or harmful is this?

What is the definition of How dangerous is this?

A question asking about the level of risk or harm associated with something.

How do you use How dangerous is this in a sentence?

How dangerous is this river for swimming?

Can you give another example of How dangerous is this?

When evaluating wildlife, one might ask, 'How dangerous is this species?'

What are synonyms for How dangerous is this?

Common alternatives include How risky is this?, How harmful is this?, What are the dangers?, How threatening is this?.

What words go with How dangerous is this?

It commonly pairs with assess danger, evaluate risk, check safety.

What are common mistakes when using How dangerous is this?

Confusing with 'How safe is this?' which has the opposite meaning. Using 'How dangerous is it?' when referring to a thing instead of a situation.

How do you pronounce How dangerous is this?

US: //haʊ ˈdeɪn.dʒər.əs ɪz ðɪs//, UK: //haʊ ˈdeɪn.dʒər.əs ɪz ðɪs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use How dangerous is this?

Use this phrase when assessing risk or safety. Avoid in overly formal contexts; suitable for conversations, discussions, or casual inquiries.