arriesga

Arriesga is a form of the Spanish verb arriesgar, which means to expose to danger or to take a risk. It is used to describe taking chances in decisions, investments, sports, or other actions that involve potential loss or harm.

Grammatically, arriesga can be the third-person singular present indicative form (él/ella/usted arriesga) or the affirmative imperative form for the second person singular (tú arriesga, as in “¡Arriesga!”). The corresponding first-person present is arriesgo. The verb can also appear in its pronominal form arriesgarse, meaning to risk oneself.

Usage examples include: "Él arriesga su dinero en esa inversión," "La empresa arriesga su reputación al lanzar ese producto," and "¡Arriesga para ganar!" These illustrate how stating a risk can relate to finances, reputation, or personal decisions.

Related forms and terms include arriesgados (risky), arriesgarse (to risk oneself), and the noun riesgo (risk). The concept is common across contexts where outcomes are uncertain, making arriesgar a frequent verb in business, sports, and everyday life.