From root: panganib
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nanganib
na-NGA-nib
was in danger
Present (Incomplete)
nananganib
na-na-NGA-nib
is in danger
Future (Contemplated)
mananganib
ma-na-NGA-nib
will be in danger
Usage Note
Manganib is typically used in formal or literary contexts to describe a person or situation being in a state of peril or jeopardy. In casual conversation, speakers more commonly use the phrase 'nasa panganib' rather than this specific verb form.
Examples
" Baka manganib ka sa baha. "
Natural Translation
You might be in danger in the flood.
Literal Translation
Might be-in-danger you at flood.
" Maaari siyang manganib sa dagat. "
Natural Translation
He could be in danger at sea.
Literal Translation
Can he be-in-danger at sea.
" Babala ng mga awtoridad na maaaring manganib ang mga residente kung hindi sila lilikas bago dumating ang malakas na bagyo. "
Natural Translation
The authorities warned that the residents could be in danger if they do not evacuate before the strong storm arrives.
Literal Translation
Warning by plural authority that can be-in-danger the plural resident if not they evacuate before arrive the strong storm.
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