der Risikofaktor
Translation
risk factor
Examples
Rauchen ist ein bekannter Risikofaktor.
Smoking is a known risk factor.
Wir müssen alle Risikofaktoren berücksichtigen.
We have to consider all risk factors.
Grammar Patterns
to identify ((sth.)) One must identify the risk factors.
to consider ((sth.)) We must consider the risk factors.
Similar Words
die Gefahr (danger), die Ursache (cause)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Risiko' (risk) and 'Faktor' (factor). It's a direct equivalent of the English 'risk factor'.
Memory Tips
This is a direct cognate with 'risk factor', making it very easy to remember for English speakers.