危険性
Meanings
1
Refers to the degree or nature of risk, danger, or hazard inherent in a situation, action, or substance. Often used in formal or analytical contexts.
The risks of this drug have not yet been fully studied.
I live in an area with a high risk of earthquakes.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉に危険性があるthere is a risk of ~
There is a risk of side effects with this medicine.
- 危険性が高い/低いthe risk is high/low
This area has a high risk of earthquakes.
- 危険性を指摘するto point out the risk (of something)
Experts pointed out the danger of that chemical substance.
- 危険性を伴うto carry a risk
This surgery carries a certain amount of risk.