hazard
word
/ˈhæzɝd/
HA-zurd
/hˈæzəd/
HA-zuhd
Definition
A hazard is something that can cause harm, danger, or risk, especially to people, property, or the environment.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or technical contexts, such as safety, health, or engineering. Common collocations: 'fire hazard,' 'health hazard,' 'hazard warning.' Not usually used for small, everyday annoyances.
Spanish: peligro - riesgoPortuguese (BR): perigo - riscoPortuguese (PT): perigo - riscoChinese (Simplified): 危险 - 危害Chinese (Traditional): 危險 - 危害Hindi: खतरा - जोखिमArabic: خطر - مجازفةBengali: ঝুঁকি - বিপদRussian: опасность - угроза (риск)Japanese: 危険Vietnamese: mối nguy hiểm - rủi roKorean: 위험 - 해로운 것Turkish: tehlike - riskUrdu: خطرIndonesian: bahaya - risiko
Example Sentences
Smoking is a serious hazard to your health.
basic
Wet floors can be a slipping hazard.
basic
Keep chemicals away from children; they are a hazard.
basic
The old wiring in this building is a fire hazard.
natural
He always drives fast, ignoring every possible hazard on the road.
natural
Before starting the project, we need to identify every potential hazard.
natural