die Gefahr

Plural: die Gefahren
Based on: fahren, ge-
Goethe B1 Noun #225 Noun
1.

the danger, the threat

Examples
  • Schnell, ich brauche meinen Morgenkaffee... meine gute Laune ist in Gefahr.
  • Quick,I need my morning coffee... my good mood is in danger.
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Word of the Day – “ungefähr”

A quick look at the meaning of "ungefähr" and what estimates have to do with danger and driving.

Vocab: ungefähr, die Gefahr, gefährlich, circa

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How many meanings does the German word 'Gefahr' have?

Gefahr has 1 distinct meaning: 1. the danger, the threat.

What is the gender of 'Gefahr'?

die

What is the plural of 'Gefahr'?

die Gefahren

What is 'Gefahr' related to?

The word 'Gefahr' is related to fahren and ge-.

Where can I learn more about 'Gefahr'?

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Word of the Day – “ungefähr”
A quick look at the meaning of "ungefähr" and what estimates have to do with danger and driving.
Vocab: ungefähr, die Gefahr, gefährlich, circa
Read article