This is the 11514th most frequent French word.
risquons
"Risquons" means "let's risk" or "we risk."
In this sentence, 'risquons' is used to express the possibility of an undesirable outcome (missing the train) based on current circumstances.
Nous risquons de rater le train si nous ne partons pas maintenant.
We risk missing the train if we don't leave now.
Here, 'risquons' conveys the potential of encountering an obstacle or inconvenience (traffic jams) due to a specific decision.
Si nous prenons cette route, nous risquons d'avoir des embouteillages.
If we take this route, we risk encountering traffic jams.
In this usage, 'risquons' highlights the possibility of encountering unexpected, though likely positive, outcomes (discovering amazing places).