English–Chinese

“dangerous” in Chinese

Chinese

Also险 (xiǎn) · 艰险 (jiān xiǎn)

Pronunciation

Pinyinwēi xiǎn

Example

这里危险，小心点。zhè lǐ wēi xiǎn xiǎo xīn diǎn

It is dangerous here, so be careful.

Illustration for 危险 (dangerous)

How to say “dangerous” in Chinese

“Dangerous” in Chinese is 危险 (wēi xiǎn).

An unstable condition or choice where harm or loss may result.

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

Example sentences with 危险

不要做危险的行为，这样很容易受伤。bú yào zuò wēi xiǎn de xíng wéi zhè yàng hěn róng yì shòu shāng

Do not engage in dangerous behavior, as you could easily get hurt.

Tips for using 危险

  • English speakers may associate dangerous mainly with physical threats, but this adjective also fits financial or practical consequences, such as a risky purchase, shortcut, or decision.

Other Chinese words for “dangerous”

2

险

xiǎn

adjectivedangerous

这局面看起来很险。zhè jú miàn kàn qǐ lái hěn xiǎn

This situation looks dangerous.

3

艰险

jiān xiǎn

adjectivedangerous

这次行动很艰险，大家要小心。zhè cì xíng dòng hěn jiān xiǎn dà jiā yào xiǎo xīn

This operation is very dangerous, so everyone should be careful.

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