wahrscheinlich

wahrscheinlicher · am wahrscheinlichsten
Based on: Schein, wahr
Goethe A2 Adjective #59 Adjective
1.

probably, probable

Opposite: vielleicht
(Literally: "true-seeming")
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Examples
  • Ich komme wahrscheinlich später nach Hause.
  • I'll probably come home later.

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How many meanings does the German word 'wahrscheinlich' have?

wahrscheinlich has 1 distinct meaning: 1. probably, probable.

What is the comparative and superlative of 'wahrscheinlich'?

comparative: wahrscheinlicher / superlative: am wahrscheinlichsten

What is 'wahrscheinlich' related to?

The word 'wahrscheinlich' is related to Schein and wahr.

Where can I learn more about 'wahrscheinlich'?

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A fun look at the meaning of ‘der Schein’ and the verb 'scheinen' what sunshine has to do with appearance and money.
Vocab: der Schein, scheinbar, Geldschein, Sonnenschein, scheinen, glänzen, leuchten
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The German "wohl" can mean "well". But it has some other uses in daily life that are absolutely not intuitive. Today, we'll find out more.
Vocab: wohl, wohlhabend, obwohl, wohl wahr, sehr wohl, wohl kaum, wer wohl, zum Wohl
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A fun look at the meaning of "trauen", "sich trauen" and most importantly "vertrauen" and what they all have to do with "truth".
Vocab: trauen, sich trauen, vertrauen, treu, heiraten,
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Word of the Day – “wahr”
"Wahr" is the German word for "true" and there are plenty of useful words based on it. Today, we'll take a look at this awesome family. Fact!!
Vocab: wahr, die Wahrheit, wahrscheinlich, unwahrscheinlich
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