Japanese

こうき
Meaning: good opportunity, chance
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

好
機

Example sentences

It is important not to neglect preparation so as not to miss a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
敵に一矢を報いる好機を狙っていた。
I was waiting for a good opportunity to strike back at the enemy.
計画を実行に移す好機が熟するのをじっと待った。
I waited patiently for the opportunity to put the plan into action to ripen.
風雲急を告げる情勢の中で、彼は好機を待った。
In a situation where things were taking a sudden turn, he waited for an opportunity.
彼は好機を逃し、切歯扼腕した。
He missed a good opportunity and ground his teeth in frustration.
狐疑逡巡している間に好機を逃してしまった。
I missed the opportunity while I was hesitating.

Usage Notes

Refers to a perfect or favorable moment to do something. Synonymous with 'chance'.

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