risquer

Definition: to risk, might, to possibly be

Il risque sa vie tous les jours - He risks his life every day

Cette conférence risque d'être très intéressante - This conference might be very interesting

Note: Unlike the English verb "risk," which can be used only for bad possibilities, risquer can be used for good and bad possibilities, which makes it a semi-faux ami.

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Related: un risque - risk, risqué - risky, daring

Pronunciation: [ree skay]Audio Link