chance-takers

[/tʃæns ˈteɪkərz/]
nounpl: chance-takers
tomadores de risco, pessoas que correm riscos, apostadores
1. People who are willing to take risks or make bold decisions despite uncertain outcomes
The successful entrepreneurs were all chance-takers who invested in untested markets.
Os empresários bem-sucedidos eram todos tomadores de risco que investiram em mercados não testados.
2. Individuals who gamble or wager money on uncertain events
The casino attracts chance-takers from around the world.
O cassino atrai apostadores de todo o mundo.
3. People who are adventurous or willing to take opportunities despite potential failure
Chance-takers often achieve great success but also face significant failures.
Os tomadores de risco frequentemente alcançam grande sucesso, mas também enfrentam fracassos significativos.
In American entrepreneurial culture, chance-takers are often celebrated as innovators and pioneers. In Brazilian culture, the term can be viewed positively in business contexts but may carry slightly more caution in conservative settings. The concept aligns with the American 'hustle culture' mentality.
NYC Slang
risk-takers, high-rollers, shot-takers
Synonyms / Sinônimos
risk-takersgamblersadventurersspeculatorsdaredevils
Antonyms / Antônimos
play-it-safe peoplecautious peoplerisk-averse individualsconservatives

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tomadores de risco
Most common formal translation across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
aventureiros, malandros
More colloquial; 'malandros' carries connotation of cleverness
São Paulo
empreendedores que correm riscos
Often used in business context
Portugal
apostadores, pessoas que arriscam
Similar usage but may emphasize gambling aspect

Related Words

riskgambleventurewagerdareadventurousbold

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a chance on someone/something
roll the dice
put all eggs in one basket
go for broke
take the plunge
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