Posibilidad (en. Possibility)
/posiβiliˈðað/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Situation in which something may happen.
There is a high possibility that it will rain tomorrow.
Hay muchas posibilidades de que llueva mañana.
Options or alternatives that can be considered.
In this job, there are several possibilities for professional advancement.
En este trabajo hay varias posibilidades de avance profesional.
Probability that something will occur.
The possibility of winning the lottery is very low.
La posibilidad de ganar la lotería es muy baja.
Etymology
From Latin 'possibilitas', which comes from 'possibilis', meaning 'possible'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to the possibility
it refers to the consideration of an option
a la posibilidad
to open possibilities
to offer new opportunities or alternatives
abrir posibilidades
there is no possibility
it indicates that something cannot happen
no hay posibilidad
in possibility
in terms of options or alternatives
en posibilidad
Related Words
possible
That can happen or be done.
posible
probability
Degree of certainty that an event will occur.
probabilidad
option
Choice among different possibilities.
opción
Slang Meanings
Chance
You have the chance to travel next month.
Tienes la chance de viajar el próximo mes.
Option
It's just one more option.
Es solo una opción más.