Translation of Spanish word "oportunidad" to English
oportunidad
/o.pu.ɾti.ðaːd̪/
Meaning
NounA chance or opportunity to do something.
How to use
Oportunidad ('opportunity / chance / timeliness') is feminine. Aprovechar la oportunidad — To seize the opportunity.
🇬🇧 English
opportunity
Example
La oportunidad de trabajar en un país extranjero es muy valiosa.
The opportunity to work in a foreign country is very valuable.
No hay oportunidad de mejorar la situación económica en este momento.
There is no opportunity to improve the economic situation at this moment.
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Common phrases
- oportunidad de oro— golden opportunity
- perder la oportunidad— to miss the opportunity / chance
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The Spanish word "oportunidad" means "opportunity" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "La oportunidad de trabajar en un país extranjero es muy valiosa." (which translates as "The opportunity to work in a foreign country is very valuable.").
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