English–Korean

“chance” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationkaneungseong

Example

그 일이 성공할 가능성이 높다.keu i ri seong gong hal kka neung seong i nop tta

There is a good chance that the work will succeed.

Illustration for 가능성 (chance)

How to say “chance” in Korean

“Chance” in Korean is 가능성 (kaneungseong).

A future event viewed as having a greater or smaller likelihood of happening.

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

Example sentences with 가능성

그는 승진할 가능성을 고려하고 있다.keu neun seung jin hal kka neung seong eul ko ryeo ha go it tta

He is considering the possibility of being promoted.

Tips for using 가능성

  • Although English chance can suggest luck, this word also fits neutral discussions of expected results and future plans.

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