Risquer
Example: Il ne faut pas risquer ta santé pour ce travail.
Definition
"Risquer" means to expose oneself or something to the possibility of harm, loss, or danger. It involves taking an action that might lead to an unfavorable outcome, such as risking health or safety, as in the phrase: 'Il ne faut pas risquer ta santé pour ce travail.'
Etymology
The French verb "risquer" comes from the Italian word 'rischiare,' which itself originates from the Late Latin term 'resicum,' meaning 'danger' or 'risk.' Did you know? The concept of risk was often associated with maritime ventures, as the original term related to navigating hazards at sea.
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"Risquer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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