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How to Pronounce "take a risk"

expression

ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹɪsk
TAYK-uh-RISK
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈɪsk
TAYK-uh-RISK

Definition

To do something that could have a bad result but might also bring a reward; to act despite possible danger or loss.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹɪsk

British English

tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈɪsk

Simplified Pronunciation

US

TAYK-uh-RISK

UK

TAYK-uh-RISK

Listen in Context

You have to take a risk if you want to succeed.

She decided to take a risk and start her own business.

Sometimes it's worth it to take a risk.

He knew he was taking a risk by investing so much money.