French Conversation · Level 55
73 words
French word
péril
Pronunciation
IPA/peʁil/
Meaning
- masculine noundanger
Example
Ne mets pas ta vie en péril.
Do not put your life in danger.
More examples
La décision peut mettre l'entreprise en péril.
The decision may put the company in danger.
Core concept
A dangerous situation at the edge of disaster, where safety or stability may soon be lost.
Common phrases
mettre en péril
put ___ in danger
être en péril
be in danger
Similar words
danger: A condition in which life or personal safety is at risk.
risque: The possibility of loss, damage, or another undesirable outcome.
menace: A threat or warning sign indicating that harm may occur.
catastrophe: A major disaster causing widespread damage or destruction.
Definition in French
Présence d'un danger sérieux qui menace la sécurité ou l'intégrité d'une personne, d'un bien ou d'une situation.
Word origin
Péril is an inherited French form from Old French peril, ultimately based on Latin periculum for danger or risk.
Usage tips
- Péril is formal or literary in tone, while danger is usually more natural for an ordinary everyday danger.