L’occasion (en. The opportunity)

/l‿ɔ.kɛ.zjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A favorable circumstance that allows for something to be done.

We found the perfect opportunity to visit Paris.

Nous avons trouvé l'occasion parfaite de visiter Paris.

A particular event that occurs at a given moment.

It was a great occasion to celebrate his birthday.

C'était une grande occasion pour célébrer son anniversaire.

An opportunity to buy something at a reduced price.

This sale is a good opportunity to buy clothes.

Cette vente est une bonne occasion pour acheter des vêtements.

From the Latin 'occasionem', meaning 'opportunity', 'circumstance', 'event'.

Seize the opportunity

To take advantage of an opportunity that arises.

saisir l’occasion

Create the opportunity

To make sure an opportunity occurs.

créer l’occasion

An opportunity not to be missed

A valuable opportunity that should not be overlooked.

une occasion à ne pas rater

Opportunity

A favorable possibility to act or achieve something.

opportunité

Event

An occurrence or significant fact in time.

événement

Moment

A specific point in time, often considered significant.

moment

A good deal.

I got an amazing deal on this new phone!

J'ai fait une occasion incroyable sur ce nouveau téléphone!

A unique moment.

It was a golden opportunity to meet the famous actor.

C'était une occasion en or de rencontrer le célèbre acteur.