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English - Korean
Perhaps
pərˈ(h)æps
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
아마, 어쩌면, 혹시, 아마도
Perhaps meanings in Korean
아마
Example:
Perhaps it will rain tomorrow.
아마 내일 비가 올 것입니다.
She is perhaps the best player on the team.
그녀는 아마 팀에서 가장 좋은 선수일 것입니다.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate uncertainty or possibility.
Note: Commonly used in everyday conversation to express speculation.
어쩌면
Example:
Perhaps we should try a different approach.
어쩌면 다른 접근 방식을 시도해야 할 것입니다.
He will perhaps join us later.
그는 어쩌면 나중에 합류할 것입니다.
Usage: neutralContext: Often used to suggest alternatives or possibilities.
Note: Can be used in both formal and informal situations.
혹시
Example:
Perhaps you have seen my keys?
혹시 내 열쇠를 본 적이 있나요?
Perhaps he forgot about the meeting.
혹시 그가 회의를 잊어버렸을까요?
Usage: informalContext: Used when asking a question or implying a possibility.
Note: Commonly used in conversational Korean, often to soften a question.
아마도
Example:
Perhaps they are already at the venue.
아마도 그들은 이미 장소에 있을 것입니다.
I will perhaps go to the party.
나는 아마도 파티에 갈 것입니다.
Usage: neutralContext: Used to convey a sense of likelihood.
Note: Similar in meaning to 'perhaps' but can feel slightly more formal.
Perhaps's synonyms
potentially
Potentially means that something is capable of happening or being true.
Example: There is potentially a solution to this problem.
Note: Potentially implies a higher degree of likelihood compared to perhaps.
Perhaps expressions, common phrases
Maybe
Used to express uncertainty or possibility.
Example: Maybe we should go to the movies tonight.
Note: Synonymous with 'perhaps'; often used interchangeably.
Possibly
Indicating something is within the realm of possibility.
Example: It's possibly going to rain later.
Note: Slightly more formal than 'perhaps' and conveys a stronger sense of likelihood.
Could be
Suggesting a potential outcome or course of action.
Example: It could be a good idea to start early tomorrow.
Note: More specific in proposing a potential situation or action.
It may be the case
Indicating a possibility or likelihood of a situation.
Example: It may be the case that she forgot to call.
Note: Formal and often used in more complex or nuanced situations.
In all likelihood
Expressing a high probability or strong possibility.
Example: In all likelihood, they won't arrive on time.
Note: Conveys a greater sense of certainty compared to 'perhaps'.
Conceivably
Suggesting a situation that is possible to imagine or consider.
Example: Conceivably, we could finish the project by next week.
Note: Emphasizes the idea of something being conceivable or imaginable.
It's possible
Acknowledging the potential for something to occur.
Example: It's possible that he already knows about the plan.
Note: Directly states the likelihood of a situation without much uncertainty.
Likely
Expressing a high probability or strong expectation.
Example: It's likely that they will choose the red option.
Note: More confident in predicting an outcome compared to 'perhaps'.
Perhaps everyday (slang) expressions
Maybe so
It is a casual way of expressing uncertainty or agreement. It is often used in a non-committal manner.
Example: I think we should go to the park today. Maybe so.
Note: It is more informal than 'perhaps' and tends to be used in a more colloquial setting.
Might as well
This phrase implies that since there are no strong reasons not to do something, one might as well go ahead and do it.
Example: Shall we see a movie tonight? Might as well.
Note: It is more assertive and decisive than 'perhaps'.
I guess
This expresses uncertainty or likelihood without a strong commitment.
Example: Should we grab dinner at that new place? I guess so.
Note: It is less definitive and more casual than 'perhaps'.
Possibly so
This indicates a chance or likelihood of something happening, without a strong statement of certainty.
Example: Do you think she will come? Possibly so.
Note: It carries a similar meaning to 'perhaps', but is slightly more informal and less commonly used.
Seems like it
This suggests a high probability or likelihood of something being true or happening.
Example: Are we meeting at 3 pm? Seems like it.
Note: It is more indicative of confidence compared to 'perhaps'.
Chances are
This implies that there is a probability or likelihood of something happening.
Example: Will they win the match? Chances are.
Note: It is more definitive than 'perhaps' and indicates a higher level of likelihood.
It could go either way
This suggests that the outcome or decision is uncertain and could have different results.
Example: Do you think he'll like the gift? It could go either way.
Note: It emphasizes the uncertainty more strongly than 'perhaps' does.
Perhaps - Examples
Perhaps we should wait a little longer before making a decision.
아마 결정을 내리기 전에 조금 더 기다려야 할 것 같습니다.
She will perhaps come to the party, but she hasn't decided yet.
그녀는 아마 파티에 올 것이지만, 아직 결정을 내리지 않았습니다.
Perhaps it would be better to take a different route.
아마 다른 경로를 선택하는 것이 더 좋을 것입니다.
Perhaps grammar
Perhaps - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: perhaps
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): perhaps
Syllables, Separation and Stress
perhaps Contains 2 syllables: per • haps
Phonetic transcription: pər-ˈhaps
per haps , pər ˈhaps (The red syllable is stressed)
Perhaps - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
perhaps: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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