No. 151 in Dutch
kans
"Chance," "opportunity," or "probability."
In a sentence
De kans is groot dat het morgen gaat regenen.
The chance is high that it will rain tomorrow.
The word 'kans' is used here to indicate probability or likelihood.
Ze kreeg een kans om haar vaardigheden te laten zien.
She got an opportunity to showcase her skills.
The word 'kans' is used here to indicate an opportunity or occasion.
Hij heeft een kans gemist door niet op tijd te reageren.
He missed a chance by not responding in time.
The word 'kans' is used here to indicate a possibility that was not taken advantage of.
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