Het risico
Example: Het risico van deze investering is best groot.
Definition
"Het risico" refers to the possibility or chance that an action, event, or decision may result in a negative or undesirable outcome, especially in the context of management or investments. It involves uncertainty and potential loss, as in the phrase: 'Het risico van deze investering is best groot.'
Etymology
The Dutch term "het risico" comes from the Italian word 'rischio,' which itself derives from the Latin 'resicum,' meaning danger or hazard. The word entered Dutch through trade and navigation contexts, where assessing dangers was crucial. Did you know? The term's journey reflects the historic importance of risk in commerce and exploration.
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"Het risico" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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