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How to Pronounce "dangerous"

word

/ˈdeɪndʒɝəs/
DAYN-jur-us
/dˈeɪndʒəɹəs/
DAYN-juh-rus

Definition

If something is dangerous, it can cause harm, injury, or even death. This word is used for people, animals, places, actions, or things that are not safe.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈdeɪndʒɝəs/

British English

/dˈeɪndʒəɹəs/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

DAYN-jur-us

UK

DAYN-juh-rus

Listen in Context

Snakes can be dangerous.

It is dangerous to drive fast in the rain.

That chemical is very dangerous.

Be careful—the street outside is pretty dangerous at night.