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How to pronounce 'risks' in American English

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
1,251st

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What does "risks" mean?

  1. 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 1,251st most common word in English.

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