English–German

“endangered” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/gəˈfɛːɐ̯dət/

Example

Die Pandas sind gefährdet.

The pandas are endangered.

Illustration for gefährdet (endangered)

How to say “endangered” in German

“Endangered” in German is gefährdet.

A person, species, or situation stands under a threat that could cause harm or loss.

Full entry for gefährdet: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with gefährdet

Viele Inselarten sind vom Aussterben gefährdet.

Many island species are at risk of extinction.

Tips for using gefährdet

  • Unlike gefährlich, which describes a possible source of danger, gefährdet describes the person, species, or situation exposed to it.

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