danger

[/ˈdeɪndʒər/]

nounmasculinepl: dangers

perigo

1. the possibility or risk of being harmed or of something unwanted happening

There is a danger of flooding in this area.

Há um perigo de inundação nesta área.

2. a person or thing that is likely to cause harm

He is a danger to himself and others.

Ele é um perigo para si mesmo e para os outros.

3. a situation or circumstance that poses a threat

The climber faced many dangers on the mountain.

O alpinista enfrentou muitos perigos na montanha.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

perigo

standard usage throughout Brazil

São Paulo

perigo

standard usage, may use 'risco' as alternative

Rio de Janeiro

perigo

standard usage

Portugal

perigo

standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

in danger - em perigo

danger zone - zona de perigo

out of danger - fora de perigo

clear and present danger - perigo claro e iminente

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