Dictionary
English - Vietnamese
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.
Có thể, Chắc có lẽ, Có thể là, Có lẽ
Perhaps meanings in Vietnamese
Có thể
Example:
Perhaps it will rain tomorrow.
Có thể ngày mai sẽ mưa.
She is perhaps the best candidate for the job.
Cô ấy có thể là ứng viên tốt nhất cho công việc.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to express uncertainty or possibility in a statement.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'perhaps' and can be used in both spoken and written English.
Chắc có lẽ
Example:
Perhaps we should leave now.
Chắc có lẽ chúng ta nên đi ngay bây giờ.
He will perhaps join us later.
Chắc có lẽ anh ấy sẽ tham gia với chúng ta sau.
Usage: InformalContext: Used in casual conversations to suggest a possibility.
Note: Often used when the speaker is more uncertain about the outcome.
Có thể là
Example:
Perhaps he forgot about the meeting.
Có thể là anh ấy quên cuộc họp.
Perhaps this is not the right time.
Có thể là đây không phải là thời gian thích hợp.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to introduce a suggestion or hypothesis.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the speaker's speculation regarding a situation.
Có lẽ
Example:
Perhaps you could help me with this.
Có lẽ bạn có thể giúp tôi với việc này.
Perhaps I should ask someone else.
Có lẽ tôi nên hỏi người khác.
Usage: InformalContext: Used to make polite suggestions or requests.
Note: This is often used to soften a request or suggestion.
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.
Có lẽ chúng ta nên chờ một chút nữa trước khi đưa ra quyết định.
She will perhaps come to the party, but she hasn't decided yet.
Cô ấy có lẽ sẽ đến bữa tiệc, nhưng cô ấy vẫn chưa quyết định.
Perhaps it would be better to take a different route.
Có lẽ sẽ tốt hơn nếu đi một con đường khác.
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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