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hazard in German

hazard in German is Gefahr, Zufall, Hindernis — hazard means a source of danger or risk of harm.

hazard in German

Gefahr
noun
The chance of suffering harm; danger, peril, risk of loss. [from 16th c.]
Zufall
noun
The chance of suffering harm; danger, peril, risk of loss. [from 16th c.]
Hindernis
noun
(golf) A sand or water obstacle on a golf course.
hasardieren
verb
To expose to chance; to take a risk.
riskieren
verb
To expose to chance; to take a risk.

What does "hazard" mean?

  1. noun A source of danger or risk of harm.
    "Loose wiring is a serious fire hazard."
  2. noun An obstacle on a golf course, such as a bunker or water feature.
    "His ball landed right in the water hazard on the ninth hole."
  3. verb To risk or venture something, or to make a guess.
    "I'll hazard a guess that we're already late."

hazard in a sentence

  • Loose wiring is a serious fire hazard.
  • The icy pavement was a hazard for pedestrians.
  • His ball landed right in the water hazard on the ninth hole.
  • I'll hazard a guess that we're already late.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hazard" in German?

"hazard" in German is Gefahr, Zufall, Hindernis. hazard means: A source of danger or risk of harm.

How do you use "hazard" in a sentence?

Example: "Loose wiring is a serious fire hazard." In German, "hazard" is Gefahr, Zufall, Hindernis.

Are there other ways to say "hazard" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "hazard": Gefahr, Zufall, Hindernis, hasardieren, riskieren.

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