noun
opportunity, chance
B1
Gelegenheit is a feminine noun meaning opportunity or chance. Singular: die Gelegenheit; plural: die Gelegenheiten. It’s countable and forms the plural regularly with -en. Commonly used for chances, occasions, or opportunities; standard declension patterns apply (e.g., Genitive plural der Gelegenheiten, Dative plural den Gelegenheiten).
Examples
Nutzen Sie die Gelegenheit, um Fragen zu stellen.
Take the opportunity to ask questions.
Das ist eine gute Gelegenheit, um Erfahrungen zu sammeln.
This is a good opportunity to gain experience.
Du solltest die Chance nutzen, bevor sie verschwindet.
You should take the chance before it disappears.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture an open door labeled 'Gelegenheit' showing a new chance inside
Think 'get a lead' — a lead that gives you an opportunity
die — imagine a woman (die) handing you an opportunity ticket
Notes
Gelegenheit and Chance are often interchangeable, but 'Gelegenheit' can also mean a specific occasion or possibility in social contexts (e.g., 'bei Gelegenheit' = 'when you have the chance').