What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dangerous
Example
It's dangerous to swim in the ocean during a storm. [dangerous: adjective]
Example
He was driving dangerously fast on the highway. [dangerously: adverb]
unsafe
Example
The building was deemed unsafe due to structural damage. [unsafe: adjective]
Example
It's unsafe to drink water from that stream without purifying it first. [unsafe: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dangerous is more commonly used than unsafe in everyday language. Dangerous is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while unsafe is more limited in its usage and is often used in technical or specialized contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between dangerous and unsafe?
Unsafe is generally considered less formal than dangerous. Unsafe is often used in technical or specialized contexts, while dangerous can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
