English–German
“risk” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʁiːziko/
Example
Ich will kein Risiko eingehen.
I don't want to take a risk.
How to say “risk” in German
“Risk” in German is Risiko.
A decision with possible loss hanging over its outcome.
Example sentences with Risiko
Vor einer Aktion sollte man das Risiko gut abwägen.
Before taking action, one should carefully weigh the risk.
Tips for using Risiko
- Risiko is neuter: das Risiko has the plural form die Risiken.
Other German words for “risk”
Sie riskierte ihr Leben.
She risked her life.
Die Gefährdung der Meere durch Plastik ist groß.
The risk posed by plastic to the seas is high.