偶然 (ǒurán)

In Chinese, "偶然" is an adverb that means "accidentally" or "by chance". It is used to describe actions or events that occur unexpectedly or without prior planning. Below are detailed usages of "偶然".

1. Accidental Occurrence

"偶然" is used to describe actions or events that occur accidentally or unexpectedly. It implies that something happens by chance or without deliberate intention. For example:

• 我偶然在街上遇见了老朋友。 (Wǒ ǒurán zài jiēshang yùjiàn le lǎo péngyǒu.) — I accidentally ran into an old friend on the street. (lit. I by chance on street met old friend.)
• 他偶然发现了这个藏宝地。 (Tā ǒurán fāxiàn le zhège cángbǎo dì.) — He accidentally discovered this treasure trove. (lit. He by chance discovered this treasure trove.)