conocer(se) por casualidad
meet by chance
The Spanish phrase 'conocer(se) por casualidad' translates to 'meet by chance' in English. This verb phrase is used when two or more people unexpectedly come across each other, usually in a public place. The 'se' in brackets indicates that the verb 'conocer' can be used reflexively in this context, meaning the action is done to oneself or each other.
Example sentences using: conocer(se) por casualidad
Hoy conocí a Juan por casualidad en el café.
Today I met Juan by coincidence at the café.
This phrase expresses an unexpected meeting with someone named Juan at a café, highlighting the chance nature of the encounter.
Nunca pensé que me encontraría con ella por casualidad en el mercado.
I never thought I would run into her by chance at the market.
This sentence describes a surprise encounter with a person in the market, emphasizing that it was an unforeseen event.
Ayer conocí a un viejo amigo por casualidad durante un paseo.
Yesterday I met an old friend by chance while taking a walk.
This example illustrates a random encounter with a long-lost friend during a leisurely walk, illustrating the element of surprise.