panganib
/paˈŋanib/
The English word 'danger' is translated into Tagalog as panganib.
panganib is a noun that refers to a hazardous situation or something that poses a risk, such as exposure to likely harm.
Meaning: exposure to likely harm (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
While panganib is the noun, the adjective form used to describe something that is dangerous is mapanganib.
How do you pronounce it?
/paˈŋanib/
Did you know?
- While panganib is the direct translation for 'danger', Filipinos often use the Spanish-derived word peligro in casual conversation or when warning of immediate threats.
- The root of panganib can be traced back to the Proto-Malayo-Polynesian element paŋ-, which is a foundational building block for words across the Pacific.
- The word mapanganib can be used to describe a person's temperament, not just a physical threat.
Examples in context
- Ako ay nasa panganib.I am in danger.Tatoeba #8749079 by fishda, translation #8749076 by fishda
- Nalagay siya sa panganib.He was exposed to danger.Tatoeba #11873058 by qwertzu, translation #295016 by CK
- Nasa matindi kang panganib.You're in grave danger.Tatoeba #11501191 by qwertzu, translation #1779759 by Spamster
- Bawal pumasok sa peligrong lugar.Entering the danger zone is prohibited.
- Ingat ka sa kalsada, maraming banta ngayon.Be careful on the road, many dangers present today.
- 31 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Mark and Christina are discussing a hiking trail.
- MarkMay panganib sa daan.There is danger on the path.
- ChristinaAno ang panganib na iyon?What is that danger?
- MarkMaaaring gumuho ang lupa.The ground might collapse.
- ChristinaSalamat sa babala.Thanks for the warning.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “danger” translations and entries panganib, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries panganib, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
