risk

/ɹˈɪsk/

/ˈɹɪsk/

to risk

MAIN VERB

risquer

to put something important in a situation where it could be harmed, lost, or destroyed

Risk

risque

the possibility of something dangerous or unpleasant happening in the future; a situation that causes danger or problem

Exemples

1. Excessive fat in the body can increase the risk of certain health conditions.

2. A healthy diet and regular exercise can reduce the risk of many diseases.

3. This business method takes the risk of failure out of the table.

4. Adults were also at risk from epidemics.