Ventura (en. Fortune)

/benˈtuɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Luck or fortune that occurs under certain circumstances.
The fortune of getting that job surprised me.
La ventura de conseguir ese trabajo me sorprendió.
Positive outcome obtained from an action or decision.
His decision to invest was a real stroke of luck.
Su decisión de invertir fue una verdadera ventura.
Adventure or extraordinary situation.
Living abroad has been a wonderful adventure.
Vivir en el extranjero ha sido una ventura maravillosa.

Etymology

From Latin 'ventura', meaning 'luck, destiny'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bad luck
Unfortunate or adverse situation.
mala ventura
good luck
Favorable luck or fortune.
buena ventura
in good fortune
In good luck or in good conditions.
en buena ventura

Related Words

take a risk
Daring to undertake something risky.
adventurarse
adventure
Unusual and exciting experience.
aventura
fortune
Luck or destiny that an individual has.
fortuna

Slang Meanings

Unexpected luck.
I had a lucky break in the game tonight.
Tuve una ventura en el juego esta noche.
Something unexpected but good.
That luck of finding money on the street was incredible.
Esa ventura de encontrar dinero en la calle fue increíble.