Eine Gelegenheit haben
Example: Ich habe nächste Woche eine Gelegenheit, Deutsch zu üben.
Definition
"eine Gelegenheit haben" means to have an opportunity or chance to do something, implying that a favorable moment or situation is available for a particular action or event. For example, it indicates having the possibility to practice or experience something.
Translations
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have the opportunity -
tener la oportunidad -
de gelegenheid hebben -
tenir l'oportunitat -
avoir l'occasion
Etymology
The phrase "eine Gelegenheit haben" comes from the German words 'Gelegenheit,' meaning occasion or opportunity, and 'haben,' meaning to have. 'Gelegenheit' itself derives from Middle High German 'gelägenheit,' related to 'gelegen,' meaning suitable or convenient. Did you know? The phrase reflects the concept of possessing the right moment to act.
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