Idioms & Expressions
El que no arriesga, no gana
This saying is often used to encourage someone to take a chance, particularly in situations involving opportunity or decision-making.
Literal Meaning
He who does not risk, does not win
Actual Meaning
One must take risks to achieve anything worthwhile in life.
Examples in Context

Si quieres conseguir ese trabajo, debes postularte. El que no arriesga, no gana.

Ella decidió hablarle al chico que le gusta, porque el que no arriesga, no gana.

Para invertir en la bolsa, tienes que estar dispuesto a tomar riesgos: el que no arriesga, no gana.

Helpful Tips
  • 1This phrase is a motivational expression, emphasizing the value of taking chances.
  • 2It often appears in discussions about career and personal growth.
  • 3Think of 'nothing ventured, nothing gained' as a good translation.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
arriesgar
aventurarse
intentar
A quien no le gusta arriesgar, no gana el premio
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