Das Risiko
Example: Das Risiko eines Unfalls ist bei schlechtem Wetter höher.
Definition
"Das Risiko" refers to the possibility or chance that something harmful or undesirable, such as an accident, will happen. It is commonly used to discuss the likelihood of negative outcomes in various situations, like the increased risk of an accident during bad weather.
Etymology
The word "das Risiko" comes from the Italian term 'rischio,' which itself originates from the Latin word 'resecare,' meaning 'to cut off.' Originally, it was used in maritime contexts to describe the danger of navigating risky waters. Over time, "das Risiko" has come to mean any chance of danger or loss.
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"Das Risiko" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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