This is the 651st most frequent German word.
droht
"Threatens" or "is threatening."
Here, 'droht' is used to indicate an impending possibility of an adverse event happening.
Der Himmel ist dunkel, und ein Sturm droht.
The sky is dark, and a storm is threatening.
In this sentence, 'droht' is used to express a threat made by someone about a potential consequence.
Der Chef droht, ihn zu feuern, wenn er nicht pünktlich ist.
The boss threatens to fire him if he is not punctual.
In this example, 'droht' conveys the potential occurrence or presence of danger.