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    Chances (en. Odds)

    /ʃɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The probability or possibility of an event.
    The chances of winning the lottery are very low.
    Les chances de gagner à la loterie sont très faibles.
    Opportunities that one can seize.
    She had several chances to succeed in her career.
    Elle a eu plusieurs chances de réussir dans sa carrière.
    State of something that has a certain possibility of occurring.
    We have chances of rain tonight.
    Nous avons des chances de pluie cette nuit.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'cadentia', which means 'fall, descent' relating to uncertain events.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have chances
    to have a probability of success.
    avoir des chances
    to give chances
    to offer opportunities to someone.
    donner des chances
    to try your luck
    to try something hoping for success.
    tenter sa chance

    Related Words

    opportunity
    A circumstance favorable to the accomplishment of something.
    opportunité
    probability
    The measure of the certainty that an event will occur.
    probabilité
    risk
    The likelihood that something negative will happen.
    risque

    Slang Meanings

    It's not a sure thing.
    He wants to become a footballer, but it’s not a sure thing with his level.
    Il veut devenir footballeur, mais c'est pas gagné avec son niveau.
    It's a done deal.
    If you talk to him, it’s a done deal. You have good chances.
    Si tu lui parles, ça le fait. Tu as de bonnes chances.