Meaning
risk, hazard
- risk, hazard, danger
In a sentence
C'è il rischio di perdere l'ultimo treno.
There's a risk of missing the last train.
Hai corso un rischio inutile ieri sera?
Did you take an unnecessary risk last night?
Non voglio mettere a rischio il mio lavoro.
I don't want to put my job at risk.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| rischio | masculine · singular |
| rischi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'rischio' for general danger; 'pericolo' implies immediate, concrete harm.
- Common in business/finance: 'rischio finanziario' (financial risk). Avoid in casual threats like 'Watch out!'.
- Masculine noun: 'il rischio', 'i rischi'. No plural form for abstract use (e.g., 'molto rischio').