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threat in German

threat in German is Drohung, Bedrohung — threat means a statement expressing intent to harm or punish someone.

threat in German

Drohung
noun
Bedrohung
noun
Bedrohung
noun
An indication of potential or imminent danger.
Drohung
noun
An indication of potential or imminent danger.

What does "threat" mean?

  1. noun A statement expressing intent to harm or punish someone.
    "He received a threatening letter warning him to leave town."
  2. noun A sign of possible danger or harm.
    "Rising sea levels pose a serious threat to coastal towns."
  3. noun A person or thing regarded as dangerous.
    "The invasive species is considered a major threat to local wildlife."

threat in a sentence

  • He received a threatening letter warning him to leave town.
  • Rising sea levels pose a serious threat to coastal towns.
  • The invasive species is considered a major threat to local wildlife.

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Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "threat" in German?

"threat" in German is Drohung, Bedrohung. threat means: A statement expressing intent to harm or punish someone.

How do you use "threat" in a sentence?

Example: "He received a threatening letter warning him to leave town." In German, "threat" is Drohung, Bedrohung.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "threat": Drohung, Bedrohung.

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