De kans
Example: Ik heb de kans om naar het concert te gaan.
Definition
"De kans" refers to the opportunity or possibility to do something, such as having the chance to attend an event. It indicates a favorable or available moment or situation for an action or occurrence to take place.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de kans" comes from Middle Dutch, where "kans" meant a chance or risk. It is related to the Old French word "chance," meaning luck or fortune. Did you know? The word "kans" is connected to the idea of gambling or risk, reflecting how chance involves uncertainty and opportunity.
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"De kans" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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