Das Risiko
Example: Das Risiko eines Unfalls ist bei Regen höher.
Definition
"Das Risiko" refers to the chance or possibility that a negative event, such as an accident or loss, may occur. It expresses the likelihood of experiencing harm or danger, often used in contexts involving safety, health, or financial uncertainty.
Etymology
The word "das Risiko" comes from the Italian 'rischio,' which originates from the Latin 'risicum' or 'resicum,' meaning danger or peril. Did you know? The term likely entered German through trade and navigation contexts, where assessing risk was crucial for safe voyages.
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"Das Risiko" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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