How to Pronounce "run a risk"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹɪsk
RUN-uh-RISK
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈɪsk
run-uh-RISK
Definition
To do something that could have a negative or dangerous result; to expose yourself to the possibility of harm or loss.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹɪsk
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈɪsk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-uh-RISK
UK
run-uh-RISK
Listen in Context
If you drive too fast, you run a risk of having an accident.
We run a risk when we invest money in new businesses.
Eating food past its expiration date means you run a risk of getting sick.
You run a risk every time you ignore the warning signs.