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chances

chances; odds

noun SHAHN-ses Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Conditions

Origin: French loanword from chance (luck, opportunity).

Usage Note

Chances is a direct French/English borrowing used in Italian to mean 'chances' or 'odds' of success. It is invariable and always plural in Italian usage: le chances di vittoria (the chances of victory). It is common in journalism and sports commentary but considered informal; possibilità is the neutral native alternative.

Examples

"Le sue chances di vincere sono alte."

Natural Translation

His chances of winning are high.

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