Meaning
opportunity, occasion
- opportunity, chance, occasion, scope
- circumstance, occasion
- bargain, special offer (in a shop window advertisement)
In a sentence
È una buona occasione per cambiare lavoro.
It's a good opportunity to change jobs.
Hai avuto l'occasione di parlare con lei?
Did you have the chance to talk to her?
Ho comprato questo libro d'occasione al mercato.
I bought this second-hand book at the market.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| occasione | feminine · singular |
| occasioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'occasione' for a favorable chance, not just any event. 'Opportunità' is more formal and often implies a career or life chance.
- Common mistake: confusing 'occasione' with 'occasione speciale' (special occasion). The latter is for events like weddings, not everyday chances.
- Often used with 'per' + infinitive: 'un’occasione per imparare' (a chance to learn).