kapanganiban
peril; danger
From root: panganib
Usage Note
Kapanganiban refers to the abstract concept of danger or the state of being in peril. It is frequently used in formal or literary contexts.
Examples
" May kapanganiban sa daan. "
Natural Translation
There is danger on the road.
Literal Translation
There-is danger on road.
" Batid niya ang kapanganiban ng sitwasyon. "
Natural Translation
He/she is aware of the danger of the situation.
Literal Translation
Aware he/she the danger of the situation.
" Hindi alintana ng mga mangingisda ang kapanganiban ng dagat upang may maihain sa kanilang pamilya. "
Natural Translation
The fishermen disregard the perils of the sea in order to have something to put on the table for their families.
Literal Translation
Not minded by-the fishermen the peril of the sea so-that there-is to-serve to their family.
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