Learn the American English pronunciation of "risks" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.
Pronunciation of "risks"
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Simple pronunciation
rihsks
IPA transcription
/ɹɪsks/
Word frequency
3,551st
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What does "risks" mean?
the chance something bad or unpleasant could happen
Examples of "risks" in a sentence
Investing in stocks involves certain risks.
The doctor explained the risks of the surgery.
We need to evaluate the risks before making a decision.
How common is "risks"?
Risks is the 3,551st most common word in English.
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