/peliˈɣɾoso/
Translation
dangerous
Word origin
From peligro ('danger'), from Latin periculum ('danger, trial'). The same root gives English peril and experiment.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- periculum
- English cognates
- peril, experiment
Grammar
Examples
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That neighbourhood is dangerous at night.
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Driving drunk is very dangerous.
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It is a dangerous job but well paid.
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That mountain road is dangerous at night.
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Handling chemicals without gloves can be dangerous.
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