bedroht
threatened · threaten
Es beschreibt den Zustand, in dem jemand oder etwas in Gefahr ist oder Schaden befürchten muss.
The German word "bedroht" is an adjective that means "threatened" or "endangered". It is derived from the verb "bedrohen," which means "to threaten." In this context, "bedroht" describes a state where someone or something is at risk of harm, loss, or destruction.
Similar words in German include "gefährdet" (endangered), "in Gefahr" (in danger), and "bedrohlich" (threatening).
The difference between "bedroht" and these similar words is that "bedroht" emphasizes the condition of being threatened, while "gefährdet" often refers to a more general state of vulnerability, and "bedrohlich" conveys a sense of an imminent threat or danger.
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Examples
Die Tierart ist vom Aussterben bedroht.adjective
The species is threatened with extinction.
Viele Bäume im Regenwald sind bedroht.adjective
Many trees in the rainforest are threatened.
Heute gilt der Regenwald als bedroht.adjective
Today the rainforest is considered threatened.
Viele Pflanzen sind heute bedroht und brauchen besonderen Schutz.adjective
Many plants are threatened today and need special protection.
Wölfe gelten in manchen Regionen als bedroht.adjective
Wolves are considered threatened in some regions.
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