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You call that a risk

🇬🇧 UK //juː kɔːl ðæt ə rɪsk// 🇺🇸 US //ju kɔl ðæt ə rɪsk//

Meaning of You call that a risk

A sarcastic remark questioning the seriousness of a stated risk.

In simple words: You think that is a real danger.

You call that a risk in a sentence

• You call that a risk? It's barely dangerous!
• When he mentioned a small storm, I said, 'You call that a risk?'
• She's afraid of failing, but honestly, you call that a risk?
• Looking at a washed-out path, I laughed, 'You call that a risk?'
• You call that a risk, when there's no one around to get hurt?

How to use You call that a risk

This phrase is often used sarcastically to downplay someone's claim about a risk. It's informal and may not be appropriate in serious discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone looking at a harmless object and saying, 'You call that a risk?'

Related words

Collocations with You call that a risk

• you call that
• serious risk
• playfully dismiss

Synonyms for You call that a risk

• Is that really a risk?
• You joking?
• Not a threat at all

Common mistakes with You call that a risk

• Using in formal contexts where sarcasm isn't appropriate.
• Confusing with 'Is that a risk?' which is more neutral.
• Misplacing the tone, making it sound overly aggressive.

Frequently asked questions about You call that a risk

What does You call that a risk mean?

You think that is a real danger.

What is the definition of You call that a risk?

A sarcastic remark questioning the seriousness of a stated risk.

How do you use You call that a risk in a sentence?

You call that a risk? It's barely dangerous!

Can you give another example of You call that a risk?

When he mentioned a small storm, I said, 'You call that a risk?'

What are synonyms for You call that a risk?

Common alternatives include Is that really a risk?, You joking?, Not a threat at all.

What words go with You call that a risk?

It commonly pairs with you call that, serious risk, playfully dismiss.

What are common mistakes when using You call that a risk?

Using in formal contexts where sarcasm isn't appropriate. Confusing with 'Is that a risk?' which is more neutral. Misplacing the tone, making it sound overly aggressive.

How do you pronounce You call that a risk?

US: //ju kɔl ðæt ə rɪsk//, UK: //juː kɔːl ðæt ə rɪsk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You call that a risk formal or informal?

"You call that a risk" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You call that a risk?

This phrase is often used sarcastically to downplay someone's claim about a risk. It's informal and may not be appropriate in serious discussions.