Meaning
To describe a place or situation as posing a risk or threat.
Cultural Background
Safety is a cultural value. Using '{危険|きけん}' shows you are being responsible. In many cultures, warnings are direct. In Japan, they are often framed as objective facts.
Use for signs
If you are writing a sign, always use 危険. It looks professional.
Meaning
To describe a place or situation as posing a risk or threat.
Use for signs
If you are writing a sign, always use 危険. It looks professional.
Test Yourself
Which sentence is more formal?
A: ここは危ないよ。 B: ここは危険です。
B uses the Sino-Japanese word and polite copula, making it formal.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesA: ここは危ないよ。 B: ここは危険です。
B uses the Sino-Japanese word and polite copula, making it formal.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, you can say 'あの人は危険です' (That person is dangerous).
Related Phrases
危ない
synonymDangerous
注意
similarCaution
安全
contrastSafe
