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    Arriesgado (en. Risky)

    /a.ri.esˈɣa.ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That exposes to a risk or danger.
    Skydiving is a risky activity.
    El salto en paracaídas es una actividad arriesgada.
    That is bold or daring in nature.
    Making a risky decision can bring great rewards.
    Tomar una decisión arriesgada puede traer grandes recompensas.
    That presents uncertainty or the possibility of failure.
    Starting a new business is always a risky step.
    Iniciar un nuevo negocio siempre es un paso arriesgado.

    Etymology

    From the verb "arriesgar," which comes from the French "risquer."

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To risk one's neck
    To expose oneself to great danger.
    arriesgar el pellejo
    To take the risk of
    To expose the possibility of facing consequences.
    arriesgarse a
    To risk nothing
    To act conservatively, without taking risks.
    no arriesgar nada

    Related Words

    To risk
    To expose to a risk.
    arriesgar
    Risk
    The possibility of facing harm or loss.
    riesgo
    Danger
    A situation that can cause harm.
    peligro
    Boldness
    Daring or courage in risky actions.
    audacia

    Slang Meanings

    Taking risks without thinking
    That guy always takes risks without thinking about the consequences.
    Ese tipo siempre se arriesga sin pensar en las consecuencias.
    Going to the limit
    At the party, everyone was pushing their limits.
    En la fiesta, todos estaban arriesgando al máximo.