Peligros (en. Dangers)

/peˈliɣɾos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Situations or elements that represent a risk to safety.
Knowing the dangers of the road is essential for driving safely.
Conocer los peligros de la carretera es esencial para conducir con seguridad.
Potential risks in different contexts.
The dangers of the sun without protection can include burns.
Los peligros del sol sin protección pueden incluir quemaduras.
Circumstances that generate harm or disadvantages.
There are many dangers when navigating unverified sources of information.
Hay muchos peligros al navegar por fuentes de información no verificadas.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'peligrosus', which means risky or harmful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

despite the dangers
indicates that one acts without considering the present risks.
a pesar de los peligros
facing dangers
to confront risky or challenging situations.
enfrentar peligros
knowing the dangers
to be aware of the risks involved in a given situation.
conocer los peligros

Related Words

dangerous
that implies or involves risk or harm.
peligroso
dangerousness
degree of risk that something presents.
peligrosidad
recklessness
reckless attitude towards dangers.
temeridad

Slang Meanings

Extreme risk
That adventure was totally dangerous, but exciting.
Esa aventura era un peligroso total, pero emocionante.
To be in trouble
If you keep this up, you will be in serious danger with your decisions.
Si sigues así, estarás en peligros serios con tus decisiones.