das Risiko
Translation
risk, hazard
Examples
Jede Investition birgt ein Risiko.
Every investment carries a risk.
Er geht kein Risiko ein.
He takes no risks.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) ein Risiko eingehen to take a risk He doesn't want to take a financial risk.
das Risiko ((von et3)) the risk of sth. The risk of an accident is high.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gefahr (danger), Wagnis (venture); Antonyms: Sicherheit (safety)
Etymology
From Italian 'risico'. It's an international word, cognate with English 'risk'.
Memory Tips
Think of the board game 'Risk' (in German: 'Risiko'). You have to take risks to win.