Definitions
n. the possibility that something harmful or unpleasant will happen
风险；危险
v. do something despite the possibility of harm or loss
冒…的风险
Example
Wear sturdy shoes to reduce the risk of slipping.
穿结实的鞋子可以降低滑倒的风险。
Governments should assess the risk of flooding before approving new housing developments near rivers.
政府在批准河流附近的新住宅开发项目之前，应评估洪水风险。
Collocations
- take a risk
- at risk
- risk doing something
- reduce the risk
Word family
- risky (adj.)
Synonyms
- danger
Antonyms
- safety
Usage tip
risk后接名词或动名词，不接to do。
FAQ
- What does risk mean?
- the possibility that something harmful or unpleasant will happen do something despite the possibility of harm or loss
- How is risk pronounced?
- UK /rɪsk/, US /rɪsk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
