Meaning
A favorable circumstance for success.
Cultural Background
Finns value 'tasa-arvo' (equality). The phrase 'tasapuoliset mahdollisuudet' (equal opportunities) is a key political and social concept. In meetings, 'hyvä mahdollisuus' is often used to introduce a new idea without sounding too aggressive or 'salesy'. Finnish sports commentators use this phrase constantly to describe scoring chances, reflecting the national love for ice hockey and football. In Finnish universities, students are encouraged to see exchange programs as a 'hyvä mahdollisuus' for personal growth.
Use it in Interviews
It's the safest way to express interest in a job without sounding desperate.
Spelling Alert
Watch out for the double 'l' and double 'u' in 'mahdollisuus'. It's a common spelling bee stumper!
Meaning
A favorable circumstance for success.
Use it in Interviews
It's the safest way to express interest in a job without sounding desperate.
Spelling Alert
Watch out for the double 'l' and double 'u' in 'mahdollisuus'. It's a common spelling bee stumper!
The 'Sauma' Swap
If you want to sound like a local in a coffee shop, say 'Nyt ois hyvä sauma' instead.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word in the correct form.
Tämä kurssi on hyvä ______ oppia suomea.
The sentence needs the nominative form as it follows 'on'.
Which word fits best in a job interview?
Tämä työpaikka on minulle...
'Hyvä mahdollisuus' is the only positive and professional choice here.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Sain paikan yliopistosta! B: Onneksi olkoon! Se on ______.
Getting into university is a 'good opportunity' for the future.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Nyt on hyvä mahdollisuus'?
A discount is a good opportunity to save money.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Mahdollisuus vs Tilaisuus
Practice Bank
4 exercisesTämä kurssi on hyvä ______ oppia suomea.
The sentence needs the nominative form as it follows 'on'.
Tämä työpaikka on minulle...
'Hyvä mahdollisuus' is the only positive and professional choice here.
A: Sain paikan yliopistosta! B: Onneksi olkoon! Se on ______.
Getting into university is a 'good opportunity' for the future.
When would you say 'Nyt on hyvä mahdollisuus'?
A discount is a good opportunity to save money.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt sounds very poetic and unusual. Stick to 'hyvä' or 'hieno'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The plural is 'hyvät mahdollisuudet'.
No, 'hyvä' implies a positive outcome. Use 'todennäköisyys' for neutral/bad things.
You say 'Hukkasin mahdollisuuden' or 'Jätin mahdollisuuden käyttämättä'.
In slang, you can use 'sauma'.
Usually the nominative, but the thing you have an opportunity *for* goes in the illative case.
Yes, 'iso mahdollisuus' (big opportunity) is very common.
'Onni' is luck or happiness. 'Mahdollisuus' is a chance you can act upon.
Yes, very frequently for economic or political news.
Related Phrases
loistava tilaisuus
similarA brilliant occasion/opportunity
ainutlaatuinen tilaisuus
specialized formA unique opportunity
mahdollisuuksien ikkuna
figurativeWindow of opportunity
tarttua tilaisuuteen
builds onTo seize the opportunity
