opportunity

機会、チャンス

何かを、通常はよいことを、できる時や状況。

やさしい英語で： A time or situation that makes it possible to do something, usually something good.

• This is your opportunity to ask questions.
• I missed an opportunity to see her.
• Have you had any opportunities to practice?

使い方： opportunity to do something (I had an opportunity to meet the author.); opportunity for something (The trip offers an opportunity for adventure.)

類義語： chance, opening

よく使う表現： opportunity to learn, miss an opportunity, perfect opportunity, opportunity to relax

好機、チャンス

状況をよくしたり、仕事で昇進したり、お金を得たりする機会。

やさしい英語で： A chance to improve your situation, advance your career, or make money.

• She is looking for a new career opportunity.
• The new market offers business opportunities.
• He seized the opportunity to expand his company.

使い方： opportunity for something (The company offers opportunities for promotion.)

類義語： opening, prospect, chance

よく使う表現： business opportunity, career opportunity