Gefahr

noun

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danger

risk

hazard

peril

Synonyms and Related Words for Gefahr

Risiko Bedrohung Gefährdung Wagnis

Definition of "Gefahr" in German

Below are the definitions and usage examples of the word "Gefahr" in its original language, German. This section is designed to help you understand the word in different contexts and sentence structures, especially while learning English.

The definitions and example sentences are presented across a range from beginner (A1) to intermediate (B1) levels. This way, you can learn the word step by step, from its most basic meaning to more complex usages. Each example is provided with its translation in German, ready for correct context and usage.

Eine Situation, eine Sache oder eine Person, die Schaden, Verletzung oder einen negativen Ausgang verursachen könnte; ein mögliches Risiko.

DE: “Vorsicht, hier ist Gefahr!”
A1
EN: “Caution, there is danger here!”

DE: “Rauchen ist eine Gefahr für die Gesundheit.”
A2
EN: “Smoking is a danger to health.”

DE: “Wegen des starken Schneefalls besteht Lawinengefahr in den Alpen.”
B1
EN: “Due to the heavy snowfall, there is a danger of avalanches in the Alps.”

Words Similar in Spelling to Gefahr

Gefahrlosigkeit gefallen Gefallen ist/hat gefahren Gefäß