danger — the possibility of suffering harm or injury
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the possibility of suffering harm or injury
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdeɪndʒər/
Korean meaning: 위험, 위험성
Korean pronunciation: 데인-저 (강세: 데인)
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks video games are a danger to my grades, but I think homework is the real danger to my happiness.
- The doctor said I'm out of danger now, but my wallet is still in serious danger after paying the hospital bill.
- Students should be aware of the danger of procrastination before exam periods.
danger
NOUN//ˈdeɪndʒər//
the possibility of suffering harm or injury
The climber freezes when he sees the danger below.
Danger in the ranger’s range — one small step can change the game.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
중세 프랑스어 'dangier'에서 유래되었으며, 원래는 '지배권, 권력'을 의미했습니다. 봉건시대에 영주의 권력 아래 있는 것이 위험할 수 있다는 의미로 발전했어요.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom thinks video games are a danger to my grades, but I think homework is the real danger to my happiness.”
“The doctor said I'm out of danger now, but my wallet is still in serious danger after paying the hospital bill.”
“Students should be aware of the danger of procrastination before exam periods.”
“The weather forecast warned of danger from heavy snow and strong winds.”
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