Peligroso
Example: Es peligroso cruzar la calle sin mirar.
Definition
"Peligroso" describes something that involves or causes risk, harm, or danger. It refers to situations, objects, or actions that could potentially lead to injury, damage, or negative consequences. For example, crossing the street without looking is "peligroso".
Etymology
The word "peligroso" comes from the Spanish word "peligro," meaning danger, combined with the suffix "-oso," which indicates 'full of' or 'prone to.' Thus, "peligroso" literally means 'full of danger.' Its roots trace back to the Latin word "periculum," meaning danger or risk.
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"Peligroso" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 105 commonly used words.
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