El risc
Example: El risc de perdre diners és alt en aquest negoci.
Definition
"El risc" refers to the possibility or chance of encountering harm, loss, or danger, especially in business or entrepreneurial contexts. It denotes the uncertainty involved when engaging in activities that may result in financial or other types of loss.
Etymology
The term "el risc" comes from the Old French word "risque," which itself derived from the Italian "rischio," meaning danger or peril. This word likely traces back further to the Latin "risicum," though the exact origin is uncertain. Did you know that the word has been used historically to describe maritime hazards before expanding to broader meanings including financial risks?
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"El risc" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Entrepreneurship - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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