Grammar fix
take a risk
do something dangerous or uncertain
to do something that might have a bad result, even though you hope for a good outcome.
collocationB1common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
She decided to take a risk and start her own business.
In my opinion, it's important to take a risk sometimes, because it can lead to new opportunities and personal growth.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: You should make a risk and apply.
Say: You should take a risk and apply.
We TAKE a risk, never 'make a risk'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Take a risk' is the standard collocation; 'undertake a degree of calculated risk' is corporate.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
take a risk + detail
- a big risk
- a chance
- the risk of...
- by doing it