risikonya

Risikonya is a term used in Indonesian to denote the risk associated with a specific subject, situation, or decision. It is formed by attaching the possessive suffix -nya to the noun risiko (risk), producing a form that functions like a pronoun meaning “its risk” or “the risk in question.” The word is common in everyday speech as well as in journalism, business, and policy discussions when referring to a particular risk that has already been mentioned or is being discussed.

Etymology and grammar: Risiko is a loanword in Indonesian, generally traced to Dutch or English origins, and risiko serves as the base noun for risk. The suffix -nya adds a possessive or definite reference, allowing risikonya to refer to the specific risk tied to a previously identified subject, project, plan, or scenario. In sentences, risikonya can act as the subject or object, depending on the construction.

Usage notes: Risikonya contrasts with risiko in general usage. Risiko refers to risk in a broad sense, while risikonya points to a particular risk under consideration. Context helps determine whether the word refers to a known risk, its magnitude, or the need for mitigation.

Examples: Risikonya tinggi jika kita tidak melakukan mitigasi. Laporan tersebut membahas risiko utama, tetapi risikonya adalah kehilangan data. Perusahaan perlu mengelola risikonya dengan lebih efektif.

See also: Risiko; Risiko manajemen; Bahasa Indonesia.