Hazard vs This peril belongs to all Middle-earth

When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.

Hazard

Top 3,000 (common)C1noun

This peril belongs to all Middle-earth

Beyond 10,000 (less common)
Most common: Hazard
 HazardThis peril belongs to all Middle-earth
Pronunciation🇬🇧 /["/ˈhæzəd/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈhæzərd/"]/🇬🇧 //ˈpɛrɪl//🇺🇸 //ˈpɛrəl//
MeaningSomething that can cause harm or danger.This danger is for everyone in Middle-earth.
ExampleThe slippery floors are a serious hazard in the factory.This peril belongs to all Middle-earth because the fate of every creature is at stake.
RegisterNeutralNeutral
How commonTop 3,000 (common)Beyond 10,000 (less common)
CEFR levelC1-
Part of speechnoun
Collocationsbig, great, major, cause, create, pose, hazard for, hazard to, exposure to a hazardface peril, immense peril, serious peril, escape peril, live in peril
Antonymssafety, security-
Common mistakes'Hazard' confused with 'hazards' in plural form., 'Hazard' used incorrectly as a verb instead of a noun., Mixing up 'hazard' with 'risk' when describing dangers.Confused 'peril' with 'perilous' - remember, peril is the noun., Using 'peril' with verbs incorrectly, like 'to peril', instead of 'to endanger'.
Usage notesUse 'hazard' when discussing risks or dangers, especially in safety contexts. It's appropriate for formal writing and discussions but may feel too technical in casual conversation.Use 'peril' in serious contexts related to danger. It’s formal and not suitable for casual conversation.

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Frequently asked questions: Hazard vs This peril belongs to all Middle-earth

What's the difference between Hazard and This peril belongs to all Middle-earth?

Hazard: Something that can cause harm or danger. This peril belongs to all Middle-earth: This danger is for everyone in Middle-earth.

Which is more common: Hazard and This peril belongs to all Middle-earth?

Hazard is the most common in everyday English.

Can you show an example of each?

Hazard: The slippery floors are a serious hazard in the factory. This peril belongs to all Middle-earth: This peril belongs to all Middle-earth because the fate of every creature is at stake.

Can I use Hazard and This peril belongs to all Middle-earth interchangeably?

Not always. Hazard and This peril belongs to all Middle-earth are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.

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