Probable (en. Likely)
/pʁɔ.ba.bl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That which is likely to be true or happen.
It is probable that the meeting will be postponed.
Il est probable que la réunion soit reportée.
That which has a high probability.
The weather forecasts indicate a likely chance of rain.
Les prévisions météorologiques indiquent un temps probable de pluie.
That which is consistent with likelihood.
This is a probable explanation of the events.
C'est une explication probable des événements.
Etymology
From Latin 'probabilis', from 'probare' which means to prove.
Common Phrases and Expressions
it is probable that
This means that something is likely to happen.
il est probable que
it is probable
This indicates that there is a strong chance that it is true.
c'est probable
everything is probable
This means that any eventuality can occur.
tout est probable
Related Words
probability
Measure of the certainty that an event will occur.
probabilité
proba
Familiar term for designating probability.
proba
likelihood
The quality of what is likely.
vraisemblance
Slang Meanings
Probably
It is probably what you are looking for.
C'est probablement ce que tu cherches.
Maybe
He may come to the party.
Il peut-être qu'il vienne à la fête.