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Precarious
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Meanings of Precarious
Adjective
- Not safe or secure; it could fall or break easily.
- Something that depends on someone else to be okay.
Explanation of the word: Precarious
Precarious means something that is not safe or is a little bit wobbly. Like if you are standing on a chair that might fall over, that's precarious.
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Translations for the word: Precarious
hindi
असुरक्षित स्थिति
asurakshit sthiti
असुरक्षित
asurakshit
खतरनाक
khatarnaak
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Precarious
What does 'precarious' mean?
The word 'precarious' means something that is not safe or is unstable. It can describe a situation that is risky or uncertain.
How do you pronounce 'precarious'?
You pronounce 'precarious' like this: pre-KAIR-ee-us.
What is the origin of the word 'precarious'?
The word 'precarious' comes from the Latin word 'precarius', which means 'obtained by prayer or begging'. It has evolved to mean something that is uncertain or dependent on chance.
What is the meaning of 'precarious' in Bengali?
The word 'precarious' in Bengali is 'অস্থির' (Ôsthir).