English–French

“risky” in French

French

Alsohasardeux

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁiske/

Example

C'est une décision risquée.

It's a risky decision.

Illustration for risqué (risky)

How to say “risky” in French

“Risky” in French is risqué.

A bold step that exposes someone to danger or pushes accepted boundaries.

Full entry for risqué: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with risqué

Sa tenue était un peu risquée pour la réunion.

Her outfit was a little risky for the meeting.

Tips for using risqué

  • As an adjective, risqué agrees in writing: risqué is masculine and risquée is feminine, although both forms are normally pronounced the same.

Other French words for “risky”

Ce choix est hasardeux.

This choice is risky.

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