peligro
/peˈliɡɾo/masculine
The English word jeopardy is translated into Spanish as peligro. Wiktionary also lists riesgo.
Meaning: danger of failure, harm, or loss (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| peligro | /peˈliɡɾo/ | masculine |
| riesgo | /ˈrjesɡo/ | masculine |
Both peligro and riesgo can be used to express the concept of jeopardy, which refers to the danger of failure, harm or loss. To specifically say that something is 'in jeopardy', use the prepositional phrase en peligro.
Which one should you use?
While both terms can translate to jeopardy, they have different nuances. riesgo is more common when referring to a calculated 'risk', such as in the context of business or statistics. In contrast, peligro implies a more immediate or physical danger.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word peligro is a masculine noun. To change the noun peligro (danger) into the adjective 'dangerous', use the form peligroso.
How do you pronounce it?
/peˈliɡɾo/
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Examples in context
- ¿Se pondrá la paz doméstica en peligro?Would domestic peace be plunged into jeopardy?This sentence shows how to use peligro when discussing whether something might be plunged into jeopardy.Tatoeba #5129210 by albrusgher, translation #3553367 by vvv123
- Me temo que entrar en el patio de ellos será peligroso.I'm afraid going into their yard will put me in jeopardy.This sentence demonstrates the use of peligro to describe a situation that would put someone in jeopardy.Tatoeba #5129212 by albrusgher, translation #2840515 by Wierdmin
- No quiero poner en peligro tu carrera.I don't want to put your career in jeopardy.
Example conversation
Lucía and Daniel are discussing a risky business decision.
- LucíaEsa inversión es muy arriesgada, Daniel.That investment is very risky, Daniel.
- DanielLo sé, pero es necesario.I know, but it is necessary.
- LucíaNo quiero poner en peligro nuestro dinero.I don't want to put our money in jeopardy.
- DanielEntiendo tu miedo, Lucía.I understand your fear, Lucía.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jeopardy” translations and entries peligro, riesgo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries peligro, riesgo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
