No. 1,579 in Dutch
gevaarlijk
Dangerous.
In a sentence
Dit kruispunt is erg gevaarlijk omdat er geen stoplicht is.
This intersection is very dangerous because there is no traffic light.
In this sentence, 'gevaarlijk' is used to describe the potential risk or threat posed by the situation at the intersection due to the lack of traffic regulation.
Hij is een gevaarlijke speler op het veld vanwege zijn snelheid.
He is a dangerous player on the field because of his speed.
Here, 'gevaarlijke' is used to denote the impressive and potentially threatening capabilities of the player in a competitive environment.
Het is gevaarlijk om zonder helm te fietsen.
It is dangerous to cycle without a helmet.
In this instance, 'gevaarlijk' highlights the potential hazard or risks associated with an action, emphasizing personal safety.
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