the opportunity to or the opportunity of?

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the opportunity to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'the opportunity to' when the following verb requires the preposition 'to.' For example, 'the opportunity to learn,' 'the opportunity to travel.'

Examples:

I have the opportunity to study abroad.
She was given the opportunity to showcase her talent.
They have the opportunity to make a difference.
He seized the opportunity to start his own business.
We should take the opportunity to thank them.

Alternatives:

the chance to
the possibility to
the option to
the ability to
the freedom to

the opportunity of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

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Use 'the opportunity of' when the following verb requires the preposition 'of.' For example, 'the opportunity of a lifetime,' 'the opportunity of a promotion.'

Examples:

This is the opportunity of a lifetime.
She missed the opportunity of a promotion.
It's the opportunity of a lifetime.
He took advantage of the opportunity of a new job.
They discussed the opportunity of a partnership.

Alternatives:

the chance of
the possibility of
the option of
the ability of
the freedom of

Both 'the opportunity to' and 'the opportunity of' are correct and commonly used in English. The choice between them depends on the context and the verb that follows. 'The opportunity to' is used when the following verb requires the preposition 'to,' while 'the opportunity of' is used when the following verb requires the preposition 'of.'

Last updated: March 30, 2024

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