die Gefährdung
Translation
endangerment, jeopardy, risk, threat
Examples
Die Gefährdung der Umwelt ist ein ernstes Problem.
The endangerment of the environment is a serious problem.
Er handelte ohne Gefährdung für sich selbst.
He acted without risk to himself.
Grammar Patterns
the endangerment ((of sth.)) (die Gefährdung et2) The endangerment of public safety should not be underestimated.
a risk ((for sb./sth.)) (eine Gefährdung für+4) Speeding is a risk for everyone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Risiko (risk), die Bedrohung (threat); Antonyms: die Sicherheit (safety)
Etymology
From 'Gefahr' (danger) + the noun-forming suffix '-ung'. It refers to the act or state of being endangered.
Memory Tips
You can see the word 'Gefahr' (danger) inside it. The '-ung' ending denotes an action, so it's the 'act of making dangerous'.