to risk money by buying or supporting something, in the hope of making or winning more money

It might be a good idea to take a punt on a few technology stocks. 花点钱投资在科技股上也许是个好主意。

I decided to take a punt on the currency markets.

He found a mentor who took a punt on his work long before it was hung in any major galleries.

This is a great opportunity for investors to take a punt on the renewable energy sector.

He is taking a punt on the Dubai property market.

See also: punt noun (RISK)