La oportunidad
Example: Esta es la oportunidad perfecta para aprender algo nuevo.
Definition
"La oportunidad" refers to a favorable or suitable moment or chance to do something or achieve a goal. It represents the perfect timing or circumstance that makes an action possible, as in "Esta es la oportunidad perfecta para aprender algo nuevo."
Etymology
The word "la oportunidad" comes from the Spanish noun 'oportunidad,' which traces back to the Latin 'opportunitas,' meaning 'fitness, convenience, or favorable time.' The Latin root combines 'ob-' (toward) and 'portus' (harbor), originally referring to a favorable wind blowing toward a harbor, symbolizing an advantageous moment.
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"La oportunidad" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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