Spanish Conversation · Level 52
75 words
Spanish word
amenaza
Pronunciation
IPA/ameˈnaθa/
Meaning
- feminine nounthreat
Example
Esta pandemia es una amenaza para la salud pública.
This pandemic is a threat to public health.
More examples
La crisis financiera supone una amenaza económica para las familias.
The financial crisis poses an economic threat to families.
Core concept
A warning sign signaling possible harm.
Common phrases
amenaza para la seguridad
threat to safety
amenaza económica
economic threat
amenaza global
global threat
Similar words
peligro: A situation where harm or injury is likely to occur, implying serious danger.
riesgo: The degree or likelihood that a future adverse event will happen.
Definition in Spanish
Se refiere a una circunstancia, señal o acción que indica la posibilidad de daño o peligro para alguien o algo.
Word origin
From Latin minacia 'threat' (related to the verb minari 'to threaten'), via medieval Romance amenaça into Old Spanish and modern Spanish amenaza.
Usage tips
- In conversation, amenaza often sounds like a direct personal threat, and Spanish speakers commonly use riesgo or peligro for a softer or impersonal description.
Other meanings
- intimidationnoun
- dangernoun
Opposites
- seguridadsecuritynoun
Related words
- amenazantethreateningadjective