Risky - translation, pronunciation and examples
risky
involving risk
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When to use risky
рискованный
рискованный шаг
рискованный выбор
рискованное решение
рискованный план
risky usage examples
Переход через реку по упавшему мосту был рискованным, поэтому мы искали другой путь.
Crossing the river on the fallen bridge was risky, so we looked for another route.
Двигаться по немаркированной тропе было рискованно после шторма.
Taking the unmarked trail felt risky after the storm.
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General neutral term for something involving risk or chance of loss/harm
Emphasizes real possibility of harm or injury; often stronger than 'risky'
Used especially for substances, environments, or conditions that pose a health or safety hazard
Focuses on a lack of safety or protection rather than the mere presence of risk
More formal and dramatic; implies great danger or imminent threat
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risky synonyms
What's the difference between risky / dangerous / hazardous / unsafe / perilous / precarious
General neutral term for something involving risk or chance of loss/harm
Going hiking in bad weather is risky.
Ходить в поход в плохую погоду рискованно.
Emphasizes real possibility of harm or injury; often stronger than 'risky'
That bridge looks dangerous.
Этот мост выглядит опасным.
Used especially for substances, environments, or conditions that pose a health or safety hazard
Hazardous chemicals must be handled carefully.
С опасными химическими веществами нужно обращаться осторожно.
Focuses on a lack of safety or protection rather than the mere presence of risk
The playground is unsafe for children.
Детская площадка небезопасна для детей.
More formal and dramatic; implies great danger or imminent threat
They embarked on a perilous voyage.
Они отправились в опасное плавание.
Stresses instability or lack of security/stability rather than immediate danger
He was in a precarious financial situation.
Он находился в шатком финансовом положении.
Informal; implies uncertainty or a gamble rather than assured danger
It's a chancy investment — you might win or lose.
Это рискованное вложение — можно и выиграть, и проиграть.
Often positive; suggests seeking risk or novelty for excitement rather than danger
She's an adventurous traveler who loves remote places.
Она любит авантюрные путешествия.
Emphasizes courage and deliberate willingness to take risks; often admirable
He made a daring rescue to save the child.
Он совершил смелое спасение, чтобы спасти ребёнка.
Implies irresponsible or careless risk-taking, negative connotation
Reckless driving can cause serious accidents.
Безрассудная езда может привести к серьёзным авариям.
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How to pronounce risky and what this word means
risky translation: рискованный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce risky
/ˈrɪski/
risky translation
рискованный
risky examples
Crossing the river on the fallen bridge was risky, so we looked for another route.
risky transcription
/ˈrɪski/, /ˈrɪski/
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Questions about this word
risky meaning: what does it mean?
involving risk
risky pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
risky is pronounced as /ˈrɪski/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
risky definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Crossing the river on the fallen bridge was risky, so we looked for another route. Translation: Переход через реку по упавшему мосту был рискованным, поэтому мы искали другой путь.
Is risky part of Tourism and Adventures vocabulary?
Yes, risky (рискованный) can be learned in the Tourism and Adventures topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is risky part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, risky (рискованный) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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