oportuno
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oportuno(
oh
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pohr
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too
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noh
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. appropriate
Vamos a adoptar las medidas oportunas para que este tipo de incidentes no vuelva a ocurrir.We will take the appropriate measures to avoid this kind of incidents happening again.
b. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Sería oportuno que Méndez explicara el inesperado anuncio de su renuncia.It would be best if Mendez explained the unexpected announcement of his resignation.
Resulta oportuno destacar que el proyecto será financiado con fondos privados.We should point out that the project will be financed with private funds.
a. well-timed
El gol fue muy oportuno: llegó justo al terminar el segundo tiempo.The goal was well-timed: it came right at the end of the second period.
b. right
Cuando llegue el momento oportuno, te contaré lo que pasó ese día, pero todavía no puedo.When the right time comes, I'll tell you what happened that day, but I can't yet.
c. timely
Tu comentario es muy oportuno; justo te iba a hablar de ese tema.Your comment is really timely; I was just about to bring up this issue.
3. (convenient)
a. no direct translation (used ironically)
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Siempre tan oportunos, los niños, que piden ir al baño cuando acabas de entrar al cine.Children are always so reliable! They'll ask to go to the bathroom the moment you step into the movie theater.
¡Siempre tan oportuna, tu madre, llamando a la hora de la cena!You can always count on your mother to phone at dinner time!
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