A2noun 1K

Danger

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdeɪndʒə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdeɪndʒər/"]/

Meaning of Danger

the possibility of something happening that will injure, harm or kill somebody, or damage or destroy something

In simple words: A situation where something bad can happen.

Danger in a sentence

• The storm brought a danger to the village.
• He didn't realize the danger he was in while climbing alone.
• Driving without a seatbelt is a serious danger.
• The teacher warned us about the danger of playing near the edge of the cliff.
• There is a danger that the project may not be completed on time.

How to use Danger

Used in both written and spoken contexts. Appropriate for discussions about safety, risk, or warnings. Avoid in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'danger zone' where caution is needed.

Related words

Collocations with Danger

• big
• considerable
• enormous
• be exposed to
• face
• be fraught with
• await
• exist
• face somebody
• area
• point
• spot
• in danger
• in danger of
• out of danger
• be off the danger list
• be on the danger list
• big
• considerable
• enormous
• be exposed to
• face
• be fraught with
• await
• exist
• face somebody
• area
• point
• spot
• in danger
• in danger of
• out of danger
• be off the danger list
• be on the danger list
• big
• considerable
• enormous
• be exposed to
• face
• be fraught with
• await
• exist
• face somebody
• area
• point
• spot
• in danger
• in danger of
• out of danger
• be off the danger list
• be on the danger list

Synonyms for Danger

• hazard
• risk
• threat
• peril
• menace

Opposites of Danger

• safety
• security
• protection

Common mistakes with Danger

• Confused with 'dangerous' as the same word.
• Using in positive contexts (danger is negative).
• Overusing in casual dialogues, leading to ambiguity.

Frequently asked questions about Danger

What does Danger mean?

A situation where something bad can happen.

What is the definition of Danger?

the possibility of something happening that will injure, harm or kill somebody, or damage or destroy something

How do you use Danger in a sentence?

The storm brought a danger to the village.

Can you give another example of Danger?

He didn't realize the danger he was in while climbing alone.

What are synonyms for Danger?

Common alternatives include hazard, risk, threat, peril, menace.

What is the opposite of Danger?

Opposite meanings include safety, security, protection.

What words go with Danger?

It commonly pairs with big, considerable, enormous, be exposed to, face, be fraught with, await, exist, face somebody, area, point, spot, in danger, in danger of, out of danger, be off the danger list, be on the danger list, big, considerable, enormous, be exposed to, face, be fraught with, await, exist, face somebody, area, point, spot, in danger, in danger of, out of danger, be off the danger list, be on the danger list, big, considerable, enormous, be exposed to, face, be fraught with, await, exist, face somebody, area, point, spot, in danger, in danger of, out of danger, be off the danger list, be on the danger list.

What are common mistakes when using Danger?

Confused with 'dangerous' as the same word. Using in positive contexts (danger is negative). Overusing in casual dialogues, leading to ambiguity.

How do you pronounce Danger?

US: /["/ˈdeɪndʒər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdeɪndʒə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Danger?

Used in both written and spoken contexts. Appropriate for discussions about safety, risk, or warnings. Avoid in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Danger?

"Danger" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.