Riesgo (en. Risk)

/ˈrjesɡo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

The possibility that something unfavorable may happen.

The risk of losing money in investments is high if proper research is not conducted.

El riesgo de perder dinero en inversiones es alto si no se investiga adecuadamente.

A situation in which one is exposed to danger.

Driving without a seatbelt increases the risk of injury in an accident.

Conducir sin cinturón de seguridad aumenta el riesgo de lesiones en un accidente.

The probability of suffering harm or detriment.

Weather conditions pose a risk to navigation.

Las condiciones climáticas representan un riesgo para la navegación.

From Latin 'risgŭs', meaning danger or harm.

to take a risk

Accepting the possibility that something may not turn out as expected.

tomar un riesgo

to assess the risk

Analyzing the probabilities and consequences of an adverse event.

evaluar el riesgo

to take risks

Deciding to act despite potential negative consequences.

asumir riesgos

danger

A situation that can cause harm or potential damage.

peligro

uncertainty

Lack of certainty about an outcome or situation.

incertidumbre

exposure

Condition of being in contact with a risk or danger.

exposición

To take a gamble

I decided to take a gamble by investing in that new startup.

Decidí echarme un volado al invertir en esa nueva startup.

To go all in

Sometimes you have to go all in if you want to achieve success.

A veces hay que jugárselo todo por el todo si se quiere tener éxito.