German word

Chance

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃɑ̃ːs/

Meaning

  • feminine nounchance

Example

Er hat eine Chance, den Job zu bekommen.

He has a chance to get the job.

Illustration for Chance (chance)

More examples

Nutze die Chance, im Kurs Fragen zu stellen.

Use the chance to ask questions in class.

Core concept

A favorable opening in a situation that can lead to success or progress.

Common phrases

  • eine Chance haben

    have a chance

  • die Chance ergreifen

    seize the chance

  • eine Chance nutzen

    use the chance

Similar words

Gelegenheit: A favorable time or occasion for acting or taking part.
Möglichkeit: A potential course or choice that is available.
Aussicht: A likelihood that a desired outcome can be achieved.
Zufall: An occurrence resulting from chance or accidental circumstances.

Definition in German

günstige Gelegenheit, die eine reale Möglichkeit für Erfolg oder Fortschritt bietet

Word origin

German Chance came through French chance from Latin cadentia, a derivative of cadere, meaning 'to fall'.

Usage tips

  • Chance is a feminine noun with the plural Chancen, so the definite forms are die Chance and die Chancen.

Other meanings

  • possibilitynoun
  • opportunitynoun

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