asumir riesgos
/asumiɾ ɾjesɡos/from spelling rules
The English phrase "taking risks" is translated into Spanish as asumir riesgos.
Asumir riesgos refers to the act of doing something that carries a chance of failure or a negative result. It emphasizes the idea of willingly assuming or taking on those risks.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb asumir (to assume/take on) and the noun riesgos (risks).
Which one should you use?
You may also see correr riesgos, which translates to "to run risks" and is a common alternative often used interchangeably. For more colorful or figurative expressions, you might use jugar con fuego (playing with fire) for significant risks, ir al límite (going to the limit) to describe pushing boundaries or tirarse al vacío (throwing oneself into the void) to imply taking a leap of faith.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the informal expression jugársela is commonly used to mean "taking risks".
How do you pronounce it?
/asumiɾ ɾjesɡos/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, 'taking risks' in business or life is often described using gambling metaphors. The phrase jugárselo todo means 'to bet it all', implying that the person is putting everything on the line.
- The verb asumir shares a common ancestor with the English word 'assume'. Both come from the Latin 'assumere', meaning 'to take up' or 'to take to oneself'.
- The informal Spanish term jugársela comes from the word for 'playing' and implies risking one's own person or reputation, often used when someone takes a gamble for the sake of others.
Examples in context
- En el mundo empresarial, es necesario correr riesgos para alcanzar el éxito.In the business world, it is necessary to take risks in order to achieve success.
- En el mundo de las inversiones, es necesario asumir riesgos calculados.In the world of investments, it is necessary to take calculated risks.
- Siempre me arriesgo en mis proyectos artísticos, es la única manera de crecer.I always take risks in my artistic projects, it's the only way to grow.
- Los emprendedores exitosos saben cómo tomar riesgos y aprender de sus errores.Successful entrepreneurs know how to take risks and learn from their mistakes.
- Al invertir todos sus ahorros en ese negocio, está jugando con fuego.By investing all her savings in that business, she is playing with fire.
- No tenía garantías de éxito, pero decidió tirarse al vacío y perseguir su pasión.He had no guarantees of success, but he decided to throw himself into the void and pursue his passion.
- Me la juego por esta oportunidad. Sé que hay riesgos, pero vale la pena intentarlo.I'm taking a risk for this opportunity, I know there are risks involved, but it's worth trying.
- Para tener éxito, hay que asumir riesgos.To be successful, one must take risks.
- No me gusta asumir riesgos innecesarios.I don't like taking unnecessary risks.
- Él prefiere no asumir riesgos con su dinero.He prefers not to take risks with his money.
Example conversation
Elena and Daniel are discussing a new business idea over coffee.
- Elena¿Crees que es buena idea abrir la tienda?Do you think it is a good idea to open the shop?
- DanielEs difícil, pero hay que asumir riesgos.It is difficult, but one must take risks.
- ElenaTienes razón, Daniel, pero me da miedo.You are right, Daniel, but I am afraid.
- DanielNo tengas miedo, yo te apoyaré.Don't be afraid, I will support you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries asumir, CC BY-SA 4.0.
