Die Chance
Example: Du hast eine gute Chance, das Spiel zu gewinnen.
Definition
"Die Chance" refers to the possibility or opportunity for something to happen, often implying a favorable or advantageous circumstance. For example, in the phrase "Du hast eine gute Chance, das Spiel zu gewinnen," it means you have a good opportunity to win the game.
Etymology
The word "die Chance" in German comes from the French word "chance," which means luck or fortune. It entered the German language around the 17th century, carrying the meaning of an opportunity or favorable moment. Did you know? The root of "chance" traces back further to Latin "cadentia," meaning 'falling,' hinting at the idea of something happening by chance or luck.
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"Die Chance" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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