English–French

“chance” in French

French

Alsoopportunité

Pronunciation

IPA/azaʁ/

Example

Je l'ai rencontré par hasard.

I met him by chance.

Illustration for hasard (chance)

How to say “chance” in French

“Chance” in French is hasard.

An event that arrives outside a person's plan or specific intention.

Full entry for hasard: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with hasard

On a tiré un nom au hasard pour décider.

We drew a name at random to decide.

Tips for using hasard

  • The fixed expression "par hasard" means "by chance," while "au hasard" means "at random."

Other French words for “chance”

C'est une bonne opportunité pour toi.

This is a good chance for you.

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