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possibly

/ˈpɒs.ə.bli/

/ˈpɑː.sə.bli/

Translations

possiblyadverb

/ˈpɒs.ə.bli/

/ˈpɑː.sə.bli/

autant que possibleEmployé avec les verbes modaux pour marquer le maximum de possibilité ou de capacité.

We will do everything we possibly can to help.

Nous ferons tout ce que nous pouvons autant que possible pour aider.

We will possibly see snow tomorrow, according to the forecast.

Nous verrons peut-être de la neige demain, selon les prévisions.

Additional translations

éventuellementSurtout dans les demandes polies; peut aussi exprimer une possibilité atténuée.

Synonyms

possiblyadverb

Used to indicate that something might happen or be true; perhaps, maybe.

We will possibly see snow tomorrow, according to the forecast.

To the greatest extent that is feasible or achievable (often with modal verbs such as 'can' or 'could'); by any means.

We will do everything we possibly can to help.

Used in polite requests or questions, especially with 'can' or 'could'.

Could you possibly pass me the salt?