This is the 280th most frequent Spanish word.
riesgo
Risk; the possibility of danger, harm, or loss.
Shows 'riesgo' as a potential hazard or negative outcome.
El riesgo de no usar protección solar es el desarrollo de problemas en la piel.
The risk of not using sun protection is the development of skin problems.
Here 'riesgo' refers to a challenge or uncertain action with potential gain or loss.
Decidí tomar el riesgo e invertir en la nueva empresa.
I decided to take the risk and invest in the new company.
'Riesgo' in this sentence refers to the likelihood or probability of an adverse event occurring.