Likely - translation, pronunciation and examples
likely
probably true or expected
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When to use likely
wahrscheinliches Ergebnis
wahrscheinliche Ursache
wahrscheinlicher Grund
wahrscheinliches Ergebnis
wahrscheinliche Antwort
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The base word; means probably true or expected.
Very close in meaning, but more formal and often used in written language.
Means believable or reasonable, but not always as strong as 'likely'.
Means possible to imagine or think of, but not necessarily expected or probable.
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likely synonyms
What's the difference between likely / probable / plausible / conceivable
The base word; means probably true or expected.
It is likely to rain later.
Позже, вероятно, пойдёт дождь.
Very close in meaning, but more formal and often used in written language.
It is probable that the meeting will start late.
Вероятно, встреча начнётся поздно.
Means believable or reasonable, but not always as strong as 'likely'.
That sounds like a plausible explanation.
Это звучит как правдоподобное объяснение.
Means possible to imagine or think of, but not necessarily expected or probable.
It is conceivable that the rules could change.
Вполне можно представить, что правила могут измениться.
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How to pronounce likely and what this word means
likely translation: вероятный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce likely
/ˈlaɪkli/
likely translation
вероятный
likely examples
It is likely that the train will be late.
likely transcription
/ˈlaɪkli/, /ˈlaɪkli/
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likely meaning: what does it mean?
probably true or expected
likely pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
likely is pronounced as /ˈlaɪkli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
likely definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
It is likely that the train will be late. Translation: Вероятно, поезд опоздает.
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