möglicherweise
possibly · possible
Dieses Wort drückt aus, dass etwas passieren kann, aber nicht sicher ist.
The German word "möglicherweise" is an adverb that means "possibly" or "perhaps". It is composed of "möglich" which means "possible" and the suffix "-erweise" which is used to form adverbs meaning “in the manner of” or “-ly”.
Similar words in German include:
- "vielleicht" (maybe)
- "eventuell" (possibly)
- "wahrscheinlich" (probably)
The differences between these words are nuanced. "Möglicherweise" and "eventuell" both suggest that something is possible but not certain, with "eventuell" often used in contexts where there is a potential outcome contingent on other factors. "Vielleicht" typically conveys a more immediate sense of uncertainty and is used more frequently in everyday conversation. "Wahrscheinlich" indicates a higher probability or likelihood of something happening compared to "möglicherweise" and "vielleicht".
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Examples
Möglicherweise kann ich dir helfen.adverb
Possibly I can help you.
Möglicherweise wird das Wetter morgen besser.adverb
Possibly, the weather will get better tomorrow.
Möglicherweise komme ich später.adverb
Possibly, I'll come later.
Möglicherweise kommt er heute noch an.adverb
Possibly he will still arrive today.
Möglicherweise wird es morgen regnen.adverb
Possibly it will rain tomorrow.
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