How to Say "chance occurrence" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “chance occurrence” is “coincidencia” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
A random event
Examples
¡Qué coincidencia! Yo también estudio en esa universidad.
What a coincidence! I also study at that university.
No fue planeado, fue pura coincidencia que estuviéramos en el mismo café.
It wasn't planned, it was pure coincidence that we were in the same café.
Expressing Surprise
To express surprise, use '¡Qué coincidencia!' (What a coincidence!) or 'Es una coincidencia' (It is a coincidence).
Using 'Coincidencia' for 'Chance'
Mistake: “Sometimes learners use 'coincidencia' when they mean 'by chance' (por casualidad).”
Correction: Use 'Por casualidad, encontré mi cartera.' (By chance, I found my wallet.)
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