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Likely
ˈlaɪkli
Extrêmement Commun
400 - 500
400 - 500
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000. Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000. Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
probable, susceptible, probablement, à priori
Significations de Likely en portugais
probable
Exemple:
It is likely that it will rain tomorrow.
Il est probable qu'il pleuve demain.
She is likely to win the competition.
Elle est susceptible de gagner la compétition.
Utilisation: formal/informalContexte: Used when discussing the probability or likelihood of an event occurring.
Note: This meaning is often interchangeable with 'probable' and can be used in both spoken and written French.
susceptible
Exemple:
He is likely to get upset if you tell him that.
Il est susceptible de se fâcher si tu lui dis ça.
Children are likely to catch colds in winter.
Les enfants sont susceptibles d'attraper des rhumes en hiver.
Utilisation: informalContexte: Used when indicating a person’s tendency to experience a certain reaction or outcome.
Note: In this context, 'susceptible' often conveys a sense of vulnerability or openness to influence.
probablement
Exemple:
They will probably arrive late.
Ils arriveront probablement en retard.
She will likely call you later.
Elle va probablement t'appeler plus tard.
Utilisation: formal/informalContexte: Used in casual conversation to express a high degree of probability.
Note: This is an adverbial form that can be used interchangeably with 'probablement'.
à priori
Exemple:
It seems likely, at first glance.
Il semble à priori probable.
Likely, there are other factors to consider.
À priori, il y a d'autres facteurs à prendre en compte.
Utilisation: formalContexte: Used in more academic or analytical discussions.
Note: This expression is often used to indicate an assumption made without full evidence.
Les synonymes de Likely
probable
Probable means likely to happen or be true.
Exemple: It is probable that it will rain tomorrow.
Note: Probable is often used in more formal contexts than likely.
possible
Possible means capable of happening or being true.
Exemple: It is possible that she will arrive late.
Note: Possible implies that something could happen but is not certain, whereas likely suggests a higher degree of certainty.
plausible
Plausible means seeming reasonable or probable.
Exemple: The explanation seems plausible based on the evidence.
Note: Plausible is used to describe something that appears to be true or valid based on available information, similar to likely but with a focus on reasonableness.
Expressions et phrases courantes de Likely
Most likely
This phrase indicates a high probability or strong possibility of something happening.
Exemple: She will most likely be late for the meeting.
Note: The addition of 'most' emphasizes a higher likelihood compared to just 'likely.'
Likely story
This phrase is used sarcastically to express disbelief or skepticism about someone's explanation or excuse.
Exemple: He said he didn't eat the last cookie, but 'likely story' - his crumbs are all over the table.
Note: The phrase 'likely story' is a complete expression with a specific sarcastic connotation, different from the neutral term 'likely.'
Highly likely
This phrase suggests a very strong possibility or probability of something happening.
Exemple: It is highly likely that the company will announce a merger soon.
Note: Similar to 'most likely,' 'highly likely' emphasizes a very high likelihood compared to just 'likely.'
Likely outcome
This phrase refers to the expected or probable result of a situation or event.
Exemple: Based on the current situation, a decrease in sales is the likely outcome.
Note: The term 'outcome' specifies the result, making the phrase more focused on the end result than just 'likely.'
Unlikely
This word suggests a low probability or a small chance of something happening.
Exemple: It is unlikely that it will rain tomorrow.
Note: While 'unlikely' is the opposite of 'likely,' it specifically conveys improbability rather than just neutrality.
Likely lads
This phrase refers to young men who are perceived as having potential or expected to achieve success.
Exemple: The likely lads at the office always come up with creative solutions to problems.
Note: The term 'likely lads' is a colloquial expression used to describe a specific group, different from the general sense of 'likely.'
More likely than not
This phrase indicates a probability greater than 50%, suggesting a strong possibility of something happening.
Exemple: More likely than not, she will accept the job offer.
Note: Adding 'more likely than not' emphasizes a higher probability than just 'likely,' indicating a stronger likelihood.
Expressions courantes (argot) de Likely
Likely as not
This phrase is used to indicate something that is probable or expected to happen, with emphasis on the likelihood.
Exemple: He'll likely as not show up late again.
Note: The addition of 'as not' adds a casual and conversational tone to the phrase.
Probably
Informal term similar to 'likely', indicating a high probability or likelihood of something happening.
Exemple: I'll probably see you tomorrow at the party.
Note: It is a more casual and commonly used term in everyday speech.
Chances are
Expresses the probability or likelihood of a particular outcome occurring.
Exemple: Chances are, she'll agree to help us with the project.
Note: It presents a more speculative view compared to a definite statement of likelihood.
Odds are
Implies a high probability or likelihood of something happening, particularly in the context of negative outcomes.
Exemple: Odds are, he won't be able to make it to the meeting.
Note: It emphasizes the probability aspect, especially in situations with potential obstacles or negative results.
Bets are
Suggests a strong belief or certainty about a likely event or outcome.
Exemple: Bets are, she forgot about the appointment.
Note: The use of 'bets are' conveys a sense of confidence or conviction in the likelihood of the stated event.
In all likelihood
Indicates a high degree of probability or certainty about a particular outcome.
Exemple: In all likelihood, they will choose the red option.
Note: It emphasizes a high level of confidence in the prediction compared to a more general statement of likelihood.
Ten to one
Suggests a high likelihood of a particular outcome, often with an emphasis on the odds.
Exemple: Ten to one, it will rain this weekend.
Note: This expression typically involves numerical odds to indicate a strong probability rather than a qualitative assessment of likelihood.
Likely - Exemples
It is likely that it will rain tomorrow.
Il est probable qu'il pleuve demain.
The likely outcome of the election is still uncertain.
L'issue probable de l'élection est encore incertaine.
Based on the evidence, it is likely that he committed the crime.
D'après les preuves, il est probable qu'il ait commis le crime.
Grammaire de Likely
Likely - Adverbe (Adverb) / Adverbe (Adverb)
Lemme: likely
Conjugaisons
Adjectif, comparatif (Adjective, comparative): likelier
Adjectif, superlatif (Adjective, superlative): likeliest
Adjectif (Adjective): likely
Adverbe (Adverb): likely
Syllabes, Séparation et Accent
likely contient 2 syllabes: like • ly
Transcription phonétique: ˈlī-klē
like ly , ˈlī klē (La syllabe rouge est accentuée)
Likely - Importance et fréquence d'utilisation
L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000.
likely: 400 - 500 (Extrêmement Commun).
Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
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