riesgo

noun
  1. The possibility of suffering harm or loss; a situation involving exposure to danger. noun
    Investing in stocks always carries a certain level of riesgo.
    He took a big riesgo by quitting his job without another one lined up.
  2. A factor or course of action involving uncertain danger or potential for loss. noun
    The company assessed the riesgo before launching the new product.
    Driving in heavy rain increases the riesgo of accidents.