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Chance
tʃæns
Extremamente Comum
600 - 700
600 - 700
O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000. Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.
chance, opportunity, luck, risk, fate

Significados de Chance em português

Le mot "chance" en anglais est utilisé pour décrire un événement qui peut se produire de manière aléatoire ou pour exprimer une opportunité favorable. Il est employé dans des contextes variés, tant formels qu'informels.

Utilisation pratique :

  1. Signification générale : "Chance" se réfère souvent à la probabilité qu'un événement se produise. Par exemple, "There’s a chance of rain tomorrow" signifie qu'il est possible qu'il pleuve demain.

  2. Opportunités : Le mot peut aussi désigner une occasion favorable. Par exemple, "I had a chance to meet the author" indique qu'une opportunité de rencontrer l'auteur s'est présentée.

  3. Expressions courantes :

    • "Take a chance" : Prendre un risque ou saisir une opportunité. Ex : "You should take a chance and apply for that job."
    • "By chance" : Par hasard. Ex : "I met her by chance at the café."
    • "No chance" : Aucune possibilité. Ex : "There’s no chance he will agree to that."

Contextes d'utilisation :

  • Informel : Utilisé fréquemment dans des conversations quotidiennes, entre amis ou en famille.
  • Formel : Peut apparaître dans des contextes professionnels ou académiques, notamment lors de discussions sur des probabilités ou des opportunités.

Erreurs courantes :

  • Confondre "chance" avec "luck". "Chance" se réfère à la probabilité, tandis que "luck" implique un aspect de fortune ou de hasard. Par exemple, "It was just bad luck" (c'était juste de la malchance) ne doit pas être confondu avec "There was no chance" (il n'y avait aucune possibilité).

Mots apparentés :

  • Synonymes : Opportunity (opportunité), possibility (possibilité), probability (probabilité).
  • Antonymes : Certainty (certitude), impossibility (impossibilité).

Nuances de prononciation :
Le mot "chance" se prononce /tʃæns/ en anglais américain et /tʃɑːns/ en anglais britannique. Il est important de noter la différence dans la prononciation des voyelles entre les deux variantes.

Grammaire et étymologie :
"Chance" est un nom commun et peut être utilisé dans différentes constructions grammaticales. Il provient du latin "cadentia", signifiant "ce qui tombe", et a évolué pour désigner des événements aléatoires ou des opportunités.

Significados de Chance em português

chance

Exemplo:
There's a chance it will rain tomorrow.
Il y a une chance qu'il pleuve demain.
Take a chance and apply for the job.
Prends une chance et postule pour le poste.
Uso: informalContexto: Used to express the possibility of something happening.
Observação: The word 'chance' in French can refer to the probability of an event occurring.

opportunity

Exemplo:
This is a great chance for you to improve your skills.
C'est une grande chance pour toi d'améliorer tes compétences.
Don't miss this chance to travel!
Ne rate pas cette chance de voyager !
Uso: informalContexto: Used when referring to a favorable moment or opportunity.
Observação: In this context, 'chance' implies a positive opportunity or a lucky break.

luck

Exemplo:
He had a chance in the lottery.
Il avait une chance à la loterie.
She has a good chance of winning.
Elle a une bonne chance de gagner.
Uso: informalContexto: Refers to the concept of luck in various situations.
Observação: In this sense, 'chance' indicates that success may depend on luck or fortune.

risk

Exemplo:
It's a chance we have to take.
C'est un risque que nous devons prendre.
Taking chances can lead to great rewards.
Prendre des risques peut mener à de grandes récompenses.
Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used in discussions about risk-taking in various situations.
Observação: Here, 'chance' denotes the potential negative consequences that come with taking risks.

fate

Exemplo:
It was by chance that we met.
C'était par chance que nous nous sommes rencontrés.
Sometimes life is about chance.
Parfois, la vie est une question de chance.
Uso: informalContexto: Used when discussing events that seem to occur randomly or by destiny.
Observação: In this context, 'chance' relates to the idea of fate or serendipity.

Sinônimos de Chance

opportunity

Opportunity refers to a favorable circumstance or a chance for advancement or progress.
Exemplo: This job interview is a great opportunity for you to showcase your skills.
Observação: While chance can imply randomness or luck, opportunity often implies a situation that is advantageous or promising.

possibility

Possibility indicates that something may happen or be true, but it is not certain.
Exemplo: There is a possibility of rain later this afternoon.
Observação: Chance can refer to a probability or likelihood of something happening, while possibility emphasizes the potential for something to occur.

likelihood

Likelihood suggests the chance or probability of something happening.
Exemplo: There is a high likelihood of success if we follow this strategy.
Observação: Chance can be more general, while likelihood specifically indicates the probability of an event occurring.

prospect

Prospect refers to the possibility or likelihood of something happening in the future.
Exemplo: There is a bright prospect of expanding our business into new markets.
Observação: While chance can refer to a random event, prospect often implies a future potential or expectation.

Expressões e frases comuns de Chance

Second chance

Refers to an opportunity to try again or make amends after a previous failure or mistake.
Exemplo: He's grateful for the second chance his boss gave him to prove himself.
Observação: The phrase 'second chance' specifically implies getting another opportunity after a previous failure or missed opportunity.

Take a chance

Means to take a risk or try something despite uncertainty about the outcome.
Exemplo: I decided to take a chance and apply for the job, even though I didn't meet all the qualifications.
Observação: While 'chance' generally refers to a possibility or probability, 'take a chance' involves actively choosing to take a risk or try something uncertain.

By chance

Indicates that something happened unexpectedly or without planning.
Exemplo: I ran into my old friend at the grocery store by chance.
Observação: This phrase emphasizes the element of coincidence or randomness in the occurrence, as opposed to a deliberate action or intention.

Fat chance

Expresses skepticism or doubt about the likelihood of something happening.
Exemplo: Fat chance of getting a raise this year with the company's financial situation.
Observação: In this idiom, 'fat chance' sarcastically suggests that the possibility of the mentioned event occurring is extremely unlikely.

Last chance

Indicates that there will be no further opportunities after the current one.
Exemplo: This is your last chance to hand in your assignment before the deadline.
Observação: Unlike 'chance,' 'last chance' emphasizes that this is the final opportunity available, often implying consequences if not taken.

Game of chance

Refers to an activity or situation in which the outcome is primarily determined by luck rather than skill.
Exemplo: Playing the lottery is a game of chance where luck determines the winner.
Observação: While 'chance' can refer to any possibility or opportunity, 'game of chance' specifically refers to activities involving luck or probability.

Take one's chances

Means to accept the risks involved in a situation and proceed regardless of the uncertainty.
Exemplo: She decided to take her chances and go backpacking through Europe alone.
Observação: This phrase indicates a willingness to face the unpredictable outcomes or risks that come with a particular course of action.

Stand a chance

Means to have a possibility or likelihood of success in a given situation.
Exemplo: With her qualifications, she stands a good chance of getting the job.
Observação: This idiom highlights the potential for success or favorable outcome, contrasting with the broader concept of 'chance' as a general possibility.

Expressões cotidianas (gíria) de Chance

Slim chance

Slim chance means a very small or unlikely possibility of something happening.
Exemplo: There's a slim chance of winning the lottery.
Observação: The term slim chance emphasizes the low probability more than just saying 'chance'.

Snowball's chance in hell

This slang term implies that the possibility of something happening is extremely low or impossible.
Exemplo: He has a snowball's chance in hell of getting that promotion.
Observação: It uses a vivid metaphor to signify an almost non-existent chance rather than just saying 'chance'.

Off chance

Off chance refers to a slight or unlikely possibility, often when not expected.
Exemplo: I'll check the store on the off chance they have the book I want.
Observação: It indicates a more casual and unexpected possibility compared to a usual 'chance'.

Outside chance

Outside chance denotes a small possibility of something happening, usually unexpected.
Exemplo: There's an outside chance they might cancel the meeting.
Observação: It implies a less predictable or mainstream likelihood compared to a regular 'chance'.

Barely a chance

Barely a chance indicates an extremely small or minimal possibility of something occurring.
Exemplo: That plan has barely a chance of success without proper funding.
Observação: It emphasizes the almost non-existent probability more than just saying 'chance'.

Chance - Exemplos

There's a chance of rain tomorrow.
Il y a une chance de pluie demain.
I didn't have a chance to say goodbye.
Je n'ai pas eu la chance de dire au revoir.
It was just a lucky chance that I found the key.
C'était juste une chance chanceuse que j'ai trouvé la clé.

Gramática de Chance

Chance - Substantivo (Noun) / Substantivo, singular ou massa (Noun, singular or mass)
Lema: chance
Conjugações
Adjetivo (Adjective): chance
Substantivo, plural (Noun, plural): chances, chance
Substantivo, singular ou massa (Noun, singular or mass): chance
Verbo, tempo passado (Verb, past tense): chanced
Verbo, particípio passado (Verb, past participle): chanced
Verbo, gerúndio ou particípio presente (Verb, gerund or present participle): chancing
Verbo, terceira pessoa do singular no presente (Verb, 3rd person singular present): chances
Verbo, forma base (Verb, base form): chance
Verbo, presente não na terceira pessoa do singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): chance
Sílabas, Separação e Ênfase
chance contém 1 sílabas: chance
Transcrição fonética: ˈchan(t)s
chance , ˈchan(t)s (A sílaba vermelha é tônica)

Chance - Importância e frequência de uso

O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000.
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