Oportunidad in english
pronunciation: ɑpɜrtunəti part of speech: noun
oportunidad = chance ; opportunity ; turn ; window of opportunity ; head start ; sporting chance.
Example: In some authority files (titles, ISBN/ISSN, national bibliographic record numbers), no search of the file is made because there is little chance of finding the new entry in the file.Example: A summary differs from an abstract in that it assumes that the reader will have the opportunity to peruse the accompanying text.Example: In particular note, for example by ticking them, those terms that merit a turn in the lead position, and those that do not.Example: Librarians should make the best possible use of the window of opportunity created by the development of this type of software = Librarians should make the best possible use of the window of opportunity created by the development of this type of software.Example: The article 'Providing a head start' explains the essential role toy libraries play in the school environment.Example: The bear was shot in his cage and was never given a sporting chance to fight for his life.more:
» agradecer la oportunidad = welcome + the opportunity .
Example: I would welcome the opportunity to apply for any vacancies that may arise at some point in the future.» a la más mínima oportunidad = give + Nombre + half a chance .
Example: Most men are by nature rather perverted, and if given half a chance, would engage in quite a variety of the most revolting practices.» a la primera oportunidad = at the first opportunity ; at the first chance .
Example: If you have a history of sinusitis or chest problems following a previous bout of flu, take a garlic supplement at the first opportunity. Example: If she is not there, leave a message and she will return your call at the first chance.» a mí también me gustaría tener la misma oportunidad = turnabout is fair play .
Example: The article 'Turnabout is fair play' discusses a clause of US copyright law that lets scholars excerpt for purposes of criticism, scholarship and education, as long as the excerpts meet certain criteria.» aprovechar al máximo las oportunidades = maximise + opportunities .
Example: Consultants are not cheap and libraries should maximise their opportunities with a consultant through a well informed selection of the proper person.» aprovechar la oportunidad = grasp + the opportunity ; seize + the opportunity ; take + the opportunity ; make + hay while the sun shines ; take + time by the forelock ; make + the most of the opportunity ; jump at + the chance ; leap at + the chance ; jump at + the opportunity ; jump on + an opportunity ; leap at + the opportunity ; rise to + the opportunity ; strike while + the iron is hot ; seize + the moment .
Example: Peter Jackaman fears 'that public libraries have failed to grasp the opportunity which this development offered, and as result their potential role has, in many cases, been usurped by other agencies'. Example: In meeting these information demands, the Reference Division has seized the opportunity to take advantage of alternative staffing arrangements. Example: This chapter takes the opportunity to look at an assortment of other aspects of bibliographic description. Example: The villagers are using this break in the weather to dig themselves out as much as possible and so the streets are full of dozers and shovels etc,. 'Making hay while the sun shines'. Example: So by taking time by the forelock, I learned that 'prevention is better than cure'. Example: We're spending a lot of time getting the factory ship-shape to be able to make the most of the opportunity. Example: We were invited to share a country farmhouse with a couple of other families over a long weekend and jumped at the chance to escape the city. Example: She leapt at the chance as she was keen to share her passion with a larger audience. Example: I jumped at the opportunity to voice my ideas and opinions and more importantly have them listened to. Example: Louis jumped on this opportunity and journeyed to England to press his claim to the throne. Example: So as a sophomore in college, I leapt at the opportunity to study abroad in Italy. Example: But with those markets showing signs of cooling, the largest auto market in the world has risen to the opportunity again. Example: If you fail to strike while the iron is hot, there's a good chance you'll lose your momentum. Example: Opportunities like this do not come up every day so we must 'seize the moment'.» aprovechar oportunidades = exploit + opportunities .
Example: A strategic approach to marketing increases the chance of exploiting opportunities and reduces the threats of an uncertain future.» aprovecharse de una oportunidad = grab + an opportunity ; capitalise on + an opportunity ; leverage + opportunity .
Example: Publishers would like to grab the business opportunities created by recent technological progress. Example: Perhaps the 2 most important factors in capitalising on opportunities and reducing risks in the acquisition of information companies is the application of a careful screening procedure = Quizás los dos factores más importantes para aprovechar oportunidades y reducir riesgos en la adquisición de empresas dedicadas a la información es la aplicación de un procedimiento cuidadoso de selección. Example: The Internet has made it possible for us to leverage the opportunities it provides to make legitimate money doing business.» aprovecharse de una oportunidad pasajera = jump on + the bandwagon ; ride + the hype ; catch + the fever ; jump on + the gravy train ; climb on + the gravy train ; climb on + the bandwagon ; get on + the bandwagon ; get on + the gravy train ; ride + the gravy train .
Example: While there is a sense of urgency to jump on the Internet bandwagon, professionals still have time to learn and assimilate this new electronic culture. Example: Everyone is riding the hype of 'An Inconvenient Truth,' and even Congress has caught the fever... but it doesn't feel rigth yet. Example: Everyone is riding the hype of 'An Inconvenient Truth,' and even Congress has caught the fever... but it doesn't feel rigth yet. Example: As endless stories around corruption continue to spill over into the main news and business pages, businesses should pause for thought before jumping on the sport sponsoring gravy train. Example: Iraqis should be staying in Iraq and helping to building a decent, civilized country, not coming here and climbing on the gravy train. Example: Once they find this out, they will certainly want to climb on the bandwagon and not be left behind. Example: Any time there appears to be a worker shortage our politicians get on the bandwagon and start preaching about training programs. Example: It seems that a lot of celebrities are in a rush to get on the gravy train, and they'll attach their name to almost anything. Example: This little lady isn't going to make it either, so it's not like I can hang on her coattails and ride the gravy train to millionairesville.» aprovechar una oportunidad = embrace + an opportunity ; catch + an opportunity .
Example: Archivists will survive if they are prepared to confront the challenges and embrace these opportunities. Example: More and more manufacturers from all the world catch this opportunity to promote their the latest equipment and technology.» arruinar la oportunidad de = ruin + Posesivo + chances of ; blow + Posesivo + chances of ; wreck + Posesivo + chances of .
Example: The crash represented Hamilton's second exit in as many races and this may have ruined his chances of winning the title. Example: Astro well and truly blew his chances of winning the show with his tantrum a couple of weeks ago. Example: I told her that I thought he was a good president, which seemed to dumbfound her and wrecked my chances of appearing on her show.» buscar la oportunidad = make + an opportunity .
Example: He said that if he is put back into power he will make an opportunity for dialogue with other political forces in the country.» buscar una oportunidad = look for + an opportunity .
Example: And all of them are looking for an opportunity to betray their spouses.» conceder una oportunidad = grant + an opportunity .
Example: The ability to write a complex bibliographical description precedes and grants the opportunity to write a brief one.» coste de oportunidad = opportunity cost [Coste real de un recurso si se tiene en cuenta el beneficio que se ha dejado de obtener por haber decidido utilizarlo de un modo y no de otro] .
Example: Opportunity cost is the idea that the real cost of a chosen item is the value that would have been derived from an alternative use of the resources, which value was forgone because A was chosen over B.» crear muchas oportunidades = open + the floodgates .
Example: His show opened the floodgates for literally dozens of British groups to achieve commercial success in the New World.» dar a Alguien una oportunidad de triunfar = give + Nombre + a fighting chance .
Example: This book is about the teaching, instruction, and curricula required to give diverse learners a fighting chance in today's classroom as well as outside the classroom.» dar la más mínima oportunidad = give + Nombre + half a chance .
Example: Most men are by nature rather perverted, and if given half a chance, would engage in quite a variety of the most revolting practices.» dar la oportunidad = give + Nombre + a chance .
Example: At St David's College, for example, arts graduates are given the chance to examine the sociological effects of the burgeoning technology.» dar la oportunidad de = present with + opportunities for ; allow + the opportunity to .
Example: They present the teacher with plenty of opportunities for 'red herrings,' which the students can be allowed to follow when the teacher judges the time is right. Example: Unlike other works, it unusually allowed theatergoers the opportunity to consider issues of racism and slavery in an American setting at the beginning of the American Civil War.» dar la oportunidad de expresarse libremente = give + voice to .
Example: The agora has been resurrected in electronic form, giving voice to many.» dar la oportunidad de opinar = give + voice to .
Example: The agora has been resurrected in electronic form, giving voice to many.» dar la oportunidad que + merecerse = get + a fair crack of the whip ; give + Nombre + a fair crack of the whip .
Example: She told the BBC she wanted everyone to 'get a fair crack of the whip' whatever their 'socioeconomic class'. Example: So while no-one should be exempt from criticism, I do feel that people should give her a fair crack of the whip before jumping in guns blazing.» darle una oportunidad a la paz = give + peace a chance .
Example: Like John Lennon, I believe that we have to learn to give peace a chance.» dar + Nombre + una oportunidad = give + Nombre + a fair chance .
Example: We should give the raw power of Internet-wide full text indexing a fair chance.» dar una oportunidad = give + an opportunity ; provide + an opportunity ; grant + an opportunity ; present + an opportunity ; create + opportunity ; provide + Nombre + with an opportunity .
Example: They should be ever mindful that their role as instructors is to give students opportunities and occasions for learning. Example: A staff development programme on computer technology at the University of Missouri provided the opportunity to study computer anxiety and other factors related to resistance to computers. Example: The ability to write a complex bibliographical description precedes and grants the opportunity to write a brief one. Example: China's pollution problems present an opportunity for U.S. businesses. Example: The most rewarding part of being a reference administrator is in creating the opportunity for one's staff to perform work that they love in an invigorating pleasant environment. Example: We provide them with plenty of opportunities to build their confidence, sharpen their skills, and get off on the right foot when it comes to beginning their career.» dar una oportunidad a Alguien = give + Nombre + a head start .
Example: The experience which information professionals have in understanding users' needs gives them a head start in getting the most out of hypermedia.» dar una segunda oportunidad = give + a second chance .
Example: If their answer is incorrect, they are given a second chance.» dejar pasar una oportunidad = forego + an opportunity ; miss + an opportunity ; pass up + an opportunity ; miss + a chance ; pass up + a chance ; turn down + an opportunity ; miss out on + an opportunity .
Example: Or will LC, in order to continue in its role, be forced to forego the opportunities presented to it by this new technology?. Example: It is argued that the research community is missing an opportunity to design systems that are in better harmony with the actual preferences of many users. Example: However, I feel that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity which you cannot afford to pass up, and I'm sure he would not hesitate to let you go to further a promising career. Example: The government has missed the chance to make new homes environmental trailblazers, says Jo Williams. Example: Convicts pass up the chance to escape because conditions are too cushy, experts say = Según los expertos, los presos dejan pasar la oportunidad de escapar porque las condiciones en las que viven son demasiado cómodas. Example: Who would turn down the opportunity to befriend such a foxy chick?. Example: Never miss out on an opportunity to tell someone how you really feel because you may never get another chance.» dejar perder una oportunidad = forego + an opportunity ; miss + an opportunity ; pass up + an opportunity ; miss + a chance ; pass up + a chance ; turn down + an opportunity ; miss out on + an opportunity .
Example: Or will LC, in order to continue in its role, be forced to forego the opportunities presented to it by this new technology?. Example: It is argued that the research community is missing an opportunity to design systems that are in better harmony with the actual preferences of many users. Example: However, I feel that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity which you cannot afford to pass up, and I'm sure he would not hesitate to let you go to further a promising career. Example: The government has missed the chance to make new homes environmental trailblazers, says Jo Williams. Example: Convicts pass up the chance to escape because conditions are too cushy, experts say = Según los expertos, los presos dejan pasar la oportunidad de escapar porque las condiciones en las que viven son demasiado cómodas. Example: Who would turn down the opportunity to befriend such a foxy chick?. Example: Never miss out on an opportunity to tell someone how you really feel because you may never get another chance.» desaprovechar una oportunidad = toss away + an opportunity ; waste + an opportunity ; squander + an opportunity ; spurn + a chance ; muff + a chance .
Example: In passing this bill they are just tossing away the opportunity to play a dominant role in the potash markets of the world. Example: He's probably the shrewdest and most calculating race driver ever, never wasted an opportunity for a victory or a championship point. Example: He has already squandered the opportunity he was given to turn the country around. Example: Real Madrid spurned the chance to replace Barcelona at the top of the Spanish first division as they fired blanks in a frustrating 0-0 draw at Osasuna. Example: Weekes muffed the chance to put his team ahead in the 23rd minute of play, when he was awarded a penalty kick by the referee.» desperdiciar una oportunidad = toss away + an opportunity ; waste + an opportunity ; spurn + a chance ; squander + an opportunity ; muff + a chance .
Example: In passing this bill they are just tossing away the opportunity to play a dominant role in the potash markets of the world. Example: He's probably the shrewdest and most calculating race driver ever, never wasted an opportunity for a victory or a championship point. Example: Real Madrid spurned the chance to replace Barcelona at the top of the Spanish first division as they fired blanks in a frustrating 0-0 draw at Osasuna. Example: He has already squandered the opportunity he was given to turn the country around. Example: Weekes muffed the chance to put his team ahead in the 23rd minute of play, when he was awarded a penalty kick by the referee.» disfrutar de una oportunidad = enjoy + opportunity .
Example: Although the past 30 years have brought far-reaching changes in the educational and employment opportunities that women enjoy.» disponer de una segunda oportunidad = get + a second chance .
Example: According to an old saying, you never get a second chance to make a first impression = Según un antiguo dicho, nunca se tiene una seguna oportunidad para causar una primera impresión.» echar a perder la oportunidad de = ruin + Posesivo + chances of ; blow + Posesivo + chances of ; wreck + Posesivo + chances of .
Example: The crash represented Hamilton's second exit in as many races and this may have ruined his chances of winning the title. Example: Astro well and truly blew his chances of winning the show with his tantrum a couple of weeks ago. Example: I told her that I thought he was a good president, which seemed to dumbfound her and wrecked my chances of appearing on her show.» en la primera oportunidad = at the first opportunity ; at the first chance .
Example: If you have a history of sinusitis or chest problems following a previous bout of flu, take a garlic supplement at the first opportunity. Example: If she is not there, leave a message and she will return your call at the first chance.» esperar la oportunidad = bide + Posesivo + time .
Example: After faking her own death, Nora disguised herself and went undercover while biding her time to bring forth the world's ruin.» esperar + Posesivo + oportunidad = bide + Posesivo + time .
Example: After faking her own death, Nora disguised herself and went undercover while biding her time to bring forth the world's ruin.» esperar su oportunidad = wait in + the wings ; stand in + the wings ; lurk in + the wings ; warm up in + the wings .
Example: The author brings us up to date on developments in a technology that still appears to be waiting in the wings. Example: As Toni McNaron points out, new teachers stand in the wings waiting to take our places. Example: Prince Hal has proved his courage, but the conniving Falstaff and his companions lurk in the wings, waiting for Hal to ascend the throne. Example: A point of note is that even as the competition intensifies between the two top players, a whole bunch of newcomers are warming up in the wings.» esta es la oportunidad de + Nombre = here's + Nombre/Pronombre + chance .
Example: He then said: 'Here's your chance!'.» esta es + Pronombre + oportunidad = here's + Nombre/Pronombre + chance .
Example: He then said: 'Here's your chance!'.» ¡esta es tu oportunidad! = here's your chance! .
Example: 'Here's your chance!' he smiled with entire good nature.» igualdad de oportunidad en el trabajo = equal employment opportunity .
Example: This article examines the policy of affirmative action and equal employment opportunity.» igualdad de oportunidades = equal opportunity ; equality of opportunities ; equity of opportunity .
Example: The British Library Association has issued several statements on recruitment of black librarians and on equal opportunities in employment. Example: The LA is committed to combatting discrimination and to promoting equality of opportunities. Example: However, too little policy attention is paid to enhancing equity of opportunity for those transitioning from adolescence to young adulthood.» la oportunidad de + Posesivo + vida = the opportunity of a lifetime .
Example: Our South American Colleagues will have the opportunity of a lifetime, to experience the vibrance of the meeting of minds, as well as the forging of communities of practice across time zones, distance and linguistic barriers = Nuestros colegas sudamericanos tendrán la oportunidad de su vida de experimentar la vitalidad de este encuentro de expertos así como la creación de lazos profesionales por encima de barreras lingüísticas, de espacio y de tiempo.» la tierra de las oportunidades = the land of opportunity .
Example: It seems that America is the land of opportunity to milk the system.» no dejar pasar la oportunidad = ride + the wave(s) ; jump at + the chance ; leap at + the chance ; jump at + the opportunity ; jump on + an opportunity .
Example: The global economy is at high tide and Canada is expected to ride the wave with six per cent export growth this year. Example: We were invited to share a country farmhouse with a couple of other families over a long weekend and jumped at the chance to escape the city. Example: She leapt at the chance as she was keen to share her passion with a larger audience. Example: I jumped at the opportunity to voice my ideas and opinions and more importantly have them listened to. Example: Louis jumped on this opportunity and journeyed to England to press his claim to the throne.» ofrecer la oportunidad de = offer + a chance to .
Example: Today, it is difficult to conceive of a library school that neglects to offer its students a chance to experiment with databases and gain at least a nodding acquaintance with programming and a computer language.» ofrecer una oportunidad = offer + an opportunity ; provide + an opportunity ; present + an opportunity ; provide + Nombre + with an opportunity .
Example: Computer-based systems offer great opportunities for coordination of index terms during the search process. Example: A staff development programme on computer technology at the University of Missouri provided the opportunity to study computer anxiety and other factors related to resistance to computers. Example: China's pollution problems present an opportunity for U.S. businesses. Example: We provide them with plenty of opportunities to build their confidence, sharpen their skills, and get off on the right foot when it comes to beginning their career.» oportunidad de aprendizaje = learning experience .
Example: School library media professionals who mediate in the learning experiences of students must be well informed critical thinkers.» oportunidad de oro = golden opportunity ; golden chance .
Example: While this direct contact can backfire if the person is not knowledgeable about the product, it is also a golden opportunity to respond directly to customer questions and unique needs. Example: Ronaldo wasted a golden chance to equalise with a header that went wide.» oportunidad de trabajo = career opportunity ; career option .
Example: Such are the career opportunities presently open to such people that there is little hope of persuading them into new course programmes. Example: A similar linear relationship between age and entrapment indicated that as librarians mature, they become bound to their line of work because of accumulated investments and decreased career options = Una relación directa similar entre la edad y la sensación de sentirse atrapado indicaba que a medida que los bibliotecarios envejecen se sienten ligados a su línea de trabajo debido al esfuerzo invertido y una disminución de las oportunidades de trabajo.» oportunidad + esfumarse = opportunity + evaporate .
Example: In each case, however, the opportunity evaporated when the employer learned Wade was a convicted embezzler.» oportunidad ideal = ideal opportunity .
Example: The course is an ideal opportunity to get a broad view of where libraries are heading in general .» oportunidad justa = sporting chance .
Example: The bear was shot in his cage and was never given a sporting chance to fight for his life.» oportunidad perdida = lost opportunity ; missed opportunity .
Example: For the public libraries of Britain, the War was a lost opportunity. Example: His stumbles and missed opportunities were made up for by his signing of the agreement in 1990.» oportunidad + presentarse = opportunity + knock ; opportunity + present + Reflexivo .
Example: Though we host our big event each fall, we drop everything whenever a party opportunity knocks. Example: He decided that he would not on principle refuse to earn undeclared income in the underground economy if a reasonably risk-free opportunity presented itself.» oportunidad + residir en = opportunity + lie in .
Example: The opportunity aspect lies in both the act of reporting and the style selected for sending the message.» oportunidad + surgir = opportunity + arise .
Example: There is an element of good fortune involved in being in the right place at the right time and it is essential to take the best advantage of whatever opportunities arise.» oportunidad única = golden opportunity .
Example: While this direct contact can backfire if the person is not knowledgeable about the product, it is also a golden opportunity to respond directly to customer questions and unique needs.» oportunidad única en la vida, una = chance of a lifetime, the .
Example: But the fact of the matter is that they wouldn't have gotten the chance of a lifetime if not for the hard work of Epperson.» perder la oportunidad = miss + the boat ; miss + the bus .
Example: Librarians, considering information the prerogative of the public library, rightly feel that they have 'missed the boat' over this. Example: More important, Obama has missed the bus on the question of preventing a slide back into protectionism.» perder la oportunidad de = ruin + Posesivo + chances of ; blow + Posesivo + chances of ; wreck + Posesivo + chances of .
Example: The crash represented Hamilton's second exit in as many races and this may have ruined his chances of winning the title. Example: Astro well and truly blew his chances of winning the show with his tantrum a couple of weeks ago. Example: I told her that I thought he was a good president, which seemed to dumbfound her and wrecked my chances of appearing on her show.» perder una oportunidad = miss + an opportunity ; lose + an opportunity ; miss + a chance ; waste + an opportunity ; squander + an opportunity ; waste + a chance ; miss out on + an opportunity .
Example: It is argued that the research community is missing an opportunity to design systems that are in better harmony with the actual preferences of many users. Example: Dewey, who was keenly interested in reforming the spelling of the English language, lost no opportunity of pursuing this particular hobby: christened Melville, he soon dropped the final 'le', and even went to the extreme of spelling his final name 'Dui' for a time. Example: The government has missed the chance to make new homes environmental trailblazers, says Jo Williams. Example: He's probably the shrewdest and most calculating race driver ever, never wasted an opportunity for a victory or a championship point. Example: He has already squandered the opportunity he was given to turn the country around. Example: Ronaldo wasted a golden chance to equalise with a header that went wide. Example: Never miss out on an opportunity to tell someone how you really feel because you may never get another chance.» presentar la oportunidad = allow + the opportunity to .
Example: Unlike other works, it unusually allowed theatergoers the opportunity to consider issues of racism and slavery in an American setting at the beginning of the American Civil War.» presentar una oportunidad = afford + an opportunity .
Example: One of the opportunities which membership of the European Community (EC) affords the United Kingdom (UK) is access to a wide variety of grants and soft loans.» proporcionar una oportunidad = provide + Nombre + with an opportunity ; provide + an opportunity .
Example: We provide them with plenty of opportunities to build their confidence, sharpen their skills, and get off on the right foot when it comes to beginning their career. Example: A staff development programme on computer technology at the University of Missouri provided the opportunity to study computer anxiety and other factors related to resistance to computers.» sacar partido a una oportunidad = capitalise on + an opportunity ; leverage + opportunity .
Example: Perhaps the 2 most important factors in capitalising on opportunities and reducing risks in the acquisition of information companies is the application of a careful screening procedure = Quizás los dos factores más importantes para aprovechar oportunidades y reducir riesgos en la adquisición de empresas dedicadas a la información es la aplicación de un procedimiento cuidadoso de selección. Example: The Internet has made it possible for us to leverage the opportunities it provides to make legitimate money doing business.» sacar provecho a una oportunidad = capitalise on + an opportunity ; leverage + opportunity .
Example: Perhaps the 2 most important factors in capitalising on opportunities and reducing risks in the acquisition of information companies is the application of a careful screening procedure = Quizás los dos factores más importantes para aprovechar oportunidades y reducir riesgos en la adquisición de empresas dedicadas a la información es la aplicación de un procedimiento cuidadoso de selección. Example: The Internet has made it possible for us to leverage the opportunities it provides to make legitimate money doing business.» sentido de la oportunidad = sense of timing .
Example: A good sense of timing is key to success.» tener la oportunidad = have + the opportunity ; get + a look in ; get + the opportunity .
Example: Every librarian, regardless of his government's policy, has the opportunity, if he has the courage, to open the avenues of books and ideas a little wider. Example: Horsa, as usual, managed to hog the camera for much of the time although the rest of the group got an occasional look in. Example: She's decided to invite her around her flat for dinner, to get the opportunity to get to know her better.» tener la oportunidad de = get + (a/the) + chance to ; have + the opportunity to ; get + a chance to .
Example: It is very easy to fall into the trap of enjoying the act of telling stories and reading aloud so much that the children never get a chance to read themselves. Example: A summary differs from an abstract in that it assumes that the reader will have the opportunity to peruse the accompanying text. Example: It is very easy to fall into the trap of enjoying the act of telling stories and reading aloud so much that the children never get a chance to read themselves.» tener + Posesivo + oportunidad = have + Posesivo + turn .
Example: The old man has lost a step -- he ought to step aside and let the boy have his turn.» tener una oportunidad = face + an opportunity ; get + a head start ; have + a window of opportunity ; get + a jump start .
Example: There will be a dramatic shakeout in librarianship but information scientists face a great opportunity to develop their skills by the opportunities afforded by the new technology. Example: Just a little bus on wheels but preschoolers get a head start. Example: The truth is that after a run we have a window of opportunity to replace muscle glycogen stores that were used up. Example: Emergency crews got a jump start evacuating residents because two officers driving by saw the smoke and called for more help.» tener una oportunidad (de) = have + a chance (to/of) ; stand + a chance (of/to) .
Example: Without language, the basic and demotic tool, no one would have a chance. Example: I don't see that we are going to stand a chance unless there is something very definite coming out of this conference and similar conferences where these ideas are advanced.» tener una segunda oportunidad = get + a second chance ; have + a second chance .
Example: According to an old saying, you never get a second chance to make a first impression = Según un antiguo dicho, nunca se tiene una seguna oportunidad para causar una primera impresión. Example: Individuals who have gone afoul of the law should have and must have a second chance.» última oportunidad = last ditch .
Example: As an attorney, Ray Dix represented death row inmates in their last ditch to stay alive.» última oportunidad, la = last chance, the .
Example: The article is entitled 'One last nag or two or three: it's the last chance this year for vendors to take my advice: put users first!'.» una oportunidad casi segura = a sporting chance .
Example: By simplicity I mean the fewer the exceptions, the more of a sporting chance the user has of understanding the arrangement.» una oportunidad como es debido = a fair chance .
Example: The motto of the paper was, 'A square deal and a fair chance -- no more, no less'.» una oportunidad de triunfar = a fighting chance .
Example: The first essay, 'A Fighting Chance,' discusses the environment for educational reform in the 1970's.» una oportunidad única en la vida = once in a lifetime opportunity .
Example: However, I feel that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity which you cannot afford to pass up, and I'm sure he would not hesitate to let you go to further a promising career.» ver la oportunidad = see + a chance .
Example: Muriel saw a chance to escape the oppression of her family by tricking her mother into giving her a blank cheque.» ver una oportunidad = see + an opportunity .
Example: A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.