せっかくのチャンスを逃がした。
I ended up missing a rare opportunity.
Japanese
せっかく
せっかく
Meaning: with much trouble; long-awaited
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Example sentences
Even though I went to the trouble of preparing, no one came.
せっかくのチャンスを逃してしまった
I missed a precious opportunity.
せっかくの申し出ですが、今回はお断りします。
It's a kind offer, but I'll decline this time.
せっかくのチャンスをふいにしてしまった。
I ended up wasting a rare opportunity.
せっかくのチャンスを無駄にしたくない。
I don't want to waste this hard-earned chance.
突然の雨のせいで、せっかくの旅行が台無しになった。
Because of the sudden rain, the long-awaited trip was ruined.
せっかく準備した計画が、雨のせいで全て無駄になった。
The plan I had worked hard to prepare all went to waste because of the rain.
せっかくの計画が台無しになった。
The long-awaited plan was spoiled.
Usage Notes
Often used to express regret when an effort or rare opportunity is wasted.
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