LookItUp

risky

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈrɪski/

risky means: Possibly causing harm, loss, or failure.

adjective

POSSIBLY DANGEROUSB1

Possibly causing harm, loss, or failure.

  • That sounds risky.
  • Driving without a seat belt is risky.
  • She chose a less risky investment for her savings.

How to use it: risky to do something (It is risky to drive on icy roads.)

Similar words: dangerous, unsafe

Opposites: safe

Common phrases: risky business, risky decision, risky investment

Questions about risky

What does risky mean?

Possibly causing harm, loss, or failure.

What is risky in other languages?

Türkçe: riskli · Español: arriesgado · Français: risqué · Deutsch: riskant · Italiano: rischioso · 日本語: 危険な

How do you pronounce risky?

It is pronounced /ˈrɪski/.

How do you use risky in a sentence?

That sounds risky. Driving without a seat belt is risky.

Learn risky while you read

LookItUp shows the meaning that fits your sentence, in your language, and turns new words into quick practice cards.

Coming soon on the App Store LookItUp app for iPhone and iPad

risky in other languages

More words