Perhaps

/pərˈhæps/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Used to indicate that something is a possibility but not certain.

Perhaps we should leave early to avoid the traffic.

Used as a tentative suggestion or proposal.

Perhaps you could try a different approach to solve the problem.

Used to express uncertainty or doubt.

He is perhaps the best candidate for the job, but I have to check his references.

Indicating a mild degree of likelihood.

They will perhaps arrive later than expected.

Middle English: from the phrase ‘perhaps, perhaps not.’

perhaps so

It may be so.

perhaps not

It may not be so.

perhaps time will tell

The future may provide clarity.

possibly

In a way that may happen.

potentially

With the possibility of becoming something.

maybe

Are you coming to the party? Maybe I'll go.

dunno

What do you think? Dunno, perhaps.