oportunidad
/opoɾtuniˈdad/feminine
The Spanish word for opportunity is oportunidad.
Oportunidad refers to a favorable circumstance or occasion.
Meaning: favorable circumstance or occasion (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Oportunidad is a feminine noun. This means it must be preceded by the feminine article la or the feminine adjective esta. To express the plural, use las oportunidades.
How do you pronounce it?
/opoɾtuniˈdad/
Did you know?
- The Latin root of oportunidad refers to being 'toward the port', originally describing favorable winds that brought ships into a harbor.
- In Spanish, the phrase dar una oportunidad is often used as a euphemism for giving someone a second chance after a failure or a romantic breakup.
- The word oportunidad is frequently paired with the verb aprovechar, which translates to 'to make the most of' or 'to exploit', reflecting a cultural emphasis on agility and seizing the moment.
Examples in context
- Gracias por la oportunidad.Thank you for the opportunity.This sentence is useful for showing how to thank someone for the oportunidad.Tatoeba #3806164 by marcelostockle, translation #2643011 by CK
- Debo tomar esta oportunidad.I must seize this opportunity.This sentence is useful for expressing the need to seize the oportunidad.Tatoeba #3039812 by marcelostockle, translation #3022574 by sharptoothed
- No perdamos esta oportunidad.Let's not waste this opportunity.This sentence is useful for advising not to waste the oportunidad.Tatoeba #2166826 by hayastan, translation #2007317 by CK
- Estoy buscando una oportunidad laboralI am looking for a job opportunity.
- Esta conferencia ofrece la posibilidad de ampliar nuestros horizontesThis conference offers the opportunity to broaden our horizons.
- El cambio de política representa una circunstancia favorable para invertirThe policy change represents a favorable circumstance to invest.
- ¡No te pierdas esta chance de ganar!Don't miss this chance to win!
- oportunidades de laburoJob opportunities
- Tengo una gran oportunidad de hacer crecer mi negocio en este mercado internacional.I have a great opportunity to grow my business in this international market.
- ¡No dejes pasar esta chance única de viajar por el mundo!Don't miss this unique chance to travel the world!
- La empresa ha abierto una nueva convocatoria de trabajo, es una buena papeleta para conseguir empleo.The company has opened a new job call, it's a good opportunity to get employment.
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Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are discussing a new project at work.
- Mateo¿Crees que es una buena oportunidad?Do you think it is a good opportunity?
- ElenaSí, para ti es una gran oportunidad.Yes, for you it is a great opportunity.
- MateoEstoy muy emocionado por empezar.I am very excited to start.
- Elena¡Te lo mereces, Mateo!You deserve it, Mateo!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “opportunity” translations and entries oportunidad, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries oportunidad, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
