VocabJLPT N4
dangerous
い-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. dangerous
  2. 2. risky
  3. 3. in danger
  4. 4. uncertain
This い-adjective means dangerous, risky, or unsafe, and is used to warn someone about potential harm. It can be called out as a warning cry, similar to "Watch out!" or "Look out!" in English. It describes both physical dangers and risky situations in general.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, isn't it dangerous to stick your hand in there?

Sentence 2

If you get too close to that fire, it's dangerous.

Sentence 3

Hey, isn't it kind of dangerous to play near the river?

Sentence 4

Wait, you're jumping from that high up? That's dangerous!

Sentence 5

Ugh, don't push on the stairs — that's dangerous!