gei1 wui6 leot2機會率机会率
Jyutpinggei1 wui6 leot2
Yalegēi wuih léut
Definition
Probability; the likelihood of an event occurring.
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How it's used
Often used in casual conversation to discuss the likelihood of events, though it sounds slightly more analytical than simply using 機會. It is common to hear it paired with adjectives like 高 or 低 to describe the statistical likelihood of an outcome. While it translates directly to probability, it is frequently used interchangeably with the concept of chance in everyday speech.
Examples
The probability of rain tomorrow is very high.
What do you think the probability of them winning is?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 機會, which means opportunity. Remember that 機會率 specifically refers to a mathematical or statistical likelihood, whereas 機會 refers to a chance or opening to do something.
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