venture
gb/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ/ us/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ/
B1
English
~ 4600
belevág, bemerészkedik, kimerészkedik, vállalkozás, megkockáztat, bátorkodik
VERB
B2
1
Usage pattern:
to venture [into/onto/out] [place/situation]
She decided to venture into the world of fashion design.
Úgy döntött, hogy belevág a divattervezés világába.
We ventured out into the storm despite the warnings.
A figyelmeztetések ellenére kimerészkedtünk a viharba.
He ventured into unfamiliar territory to explore the ruins.
They ventured onto the thin ice without thinking.
The company is venturing into new markets overseas.
Learner examples
We ventured into the forest.
Bemerészkedtünk az erdőbe.
He ventured out in the rain.
Kimerészkedett az esőbe.
They ventured into the dark room.
She ventured onto the busy street.
We ventured into a new shop.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'venture' with 'adventure'; 'venture' focuses on the act of taking a risk, not the enjoyable experience.
Meaning
Do something risky or daring
Collocations
venture into business
|venture out
|venture into unknown
|venture forth
Synonyms
risk (Emphasizes the possibility of loss or danger rather than the act of doing it.)
|
dare (Implies boldness and willingness to face danger, often in a personal or emotional sense.)
Antonyms
avoid (Means to stay away from risk or danger.)
Themes
business
|adventure
|risk
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To do something that may be dangerous or have an uncertain result.
To do something that involves risk or uncertainty, often in the hope of gain or success.
NOUN
B1
2
vállalkozás
B1
Usage pattern:
a [new/business/joint] venture
The tech startup was a risky venture but eventually succeeded.
A technológiai startup kockázatos vállalkozás volt, de végül sikerrel járt.
They entered into a joint venture with a local company.
Közös vállalkozásba kezdtek egy helyi céggel.
Her latest venture is an online clothing store.
The venture required significant investment from all partners.
This venture could make or break the company.
Learner examples
The new shop is his first venture.
Az új bolt az első vállalkozása.
They started a venture together.
Együtt indítottak vállalkozást.
This venture could make money.
Our venture needs more workers.
The venture is small but growing.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'venture' (noun) with 'adventure'; 'venture' usually refers to business or risk-based activities, not leisure travel.
Meaning
Risky project or business
Collocations
business venture
|joint venture
|new venture
|investment venture
Synonyms
enterprise (Often used in business contexts, slightly more formal.)
|
undertaking (Can refer to any project, not only risky ones.)
Antonyms
sure thing (An undertaking with no risk of failure.)
Themes
business
|economics
|finance
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A new project or business that may succeed or fail.
A project, undertaking, or business activity that involves risk and potential reward.
VERB
C1
3
megkockáztat
B2
bátorkodik
C1
Usage pattern:
to venture [that/statement]
I would venture to say that this is our best work yet.
Megkockáztatnám, hogy ez az eddigi legjobb munkánk.
She ventured a guess about the outcome of the game.
Megkockáztatott egy tippet a meccs kimeneteléről.
He ventured an opinion that was unpopular with the group.
May I venture that you might be mistaken?
They ventured a comment on the sensitive issue.
Learner examples
I will venture a guess.
Megkockáztatok egy tippet.
She ventured an opinion.
Óvatosan elmondta a véleményét.
He ventured to say it was wrong.
I venture that he is tired.
They ventured a comment.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse 'venture' for simple statements; it is best used when there is some social or factual risk in speaking.
Meaning
Say something carefully or hesitantly
Collocations
venture a guess
|venture an opinion
|venture a comment
Synonyms
suggest (More neutral and less about risk.)
|
propose (Formal and less hesitant in tone.)
Antonyms
withhold (To deliberately avoid saying something.)
Themes
communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To say something when you are not sure if it is correct or safe to say.
To say something carefully, often because it is risky, uncertain, or might offend.
Grammar
Dictionary form
venture
IPA
GB/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ/
US/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ/
Syllables & stress
ven - ture (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (ven)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: venture
- Plural: ventures
Verb
- Base: venture
- 3rd Person Singular: ventures
- Present Participle: venturing
- Past: ventured
Word family
Forms
ventures
noun
venturing
verb
ventured
verb
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
unadventurous
adjective
Advanced or less common
venturesome
adjective
Expressions
joint venture
1/d͡ʒˈɔɪnt vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
Shared business project
A business activity done by two or more companies together.
Examples
- The two firms formed a joint venture to develop new software.
- Their joint venture failed after only two years.
venture forth
1/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ fˈɔɹθ/
phrasal verb
literary
Go forward into unknown conditions
To leave a place and travel into unknown or possibly dangerous situations, often used in stories.
Examples
- The hero ventured forth into the dark forest.
- They ventured forth without knowing what lay ahead.
venture out
1/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ ˈaʊt/
phrasal verb
Leave and face possible danger
To go outside or leave a safe place, often when there is some risk or difficulty.
Examples
- We decided to venture out despite the heavy rain.
- She rarely ventures out after dark.
venture capital
1/vˈɛnt͡ʃɚ kˈæpɪtəl/
fixed phrase
technical
High-risk startup funding
Money invested in new businesses that may grow quickly but could fail.
Examples
- The startup secured venture capital from several firms.
- Venture capital is essential for many tech startups.
- Venture capital can help small companies grow quickly.
- He works for a firm specializing in venture capital.