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riskieren
German → American English
American English
risk
etwas eingehen, das einen Verlust, eine Gefahr oder einen Schaden verursachen könnte
Wenn du ohne Helm fährst, riskierst du eine Verletzung.Use riskieren with an object or infinitive to mean ‘to risk doing something’ or ‘to risk something’. It is more common in everyday German than the noun Risiko in direct statements.
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Frequently asked questions
What does riskieren mean in English?
Riskieren means ‘to risk’ or ‘to jeopardize’ in English.
How do you use riskieren in a sentence?
It is often used with an object or an infinitive, for example: Er riskiert seinen Job. = He is risking his job.
Is riskieren the same as Risiko?
No. Risiko is a noun meaning ‘risk,’ while riskieren is a verb meaning ‘to risk’.
Does riskieren always mean something dangerous?
Usually yes. It suggests taking a chance that could lead to a negative result.