Das Risiko
Example: Das Risiko eines Fehlschlags ist bei diesem Projekt hoch.
Definition
"Das Risiko" refers to the possibility or chance that an unfavorable event, such as failure or loss, may occur in a project or situation. It is commonly used in management to assess potential negative outcomes and plan accordingly.
Etymology
The word "das Risiko" comes from the Italian word 'rischio,' which derives from the Latin 'risicum,' meaning danger or hazard. Did you know that the term originally related to maritime dangers faced by sailors? Over time, it evolved to describe various kinds of risks in business and everyday life.
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"Das Risiko" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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