Posible (en. Possible)

/poˈsi.ble/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That can happen or be realized.
It is possible that it will rain tomorrow.
Es posible que llueva mañana.
That has a certain probability of occurring.
It is possible that you will arrive on time if you leave now.
Es posible que llegues a tiempo si sales ahora.
That can be achieved or reached.
A raise is possible if you work harder.
Un aumento de sueldo es posible si trabajas más duro.

Etymology

From the Latin 'possibilis', which means 'capable of being'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the possible
What can be done or achieved.
lo posible
to be possible
To have the possibility of being or occurring.
ser posible
everything is possible
Expression that indicates there are no limits to what can happen.
todo es posible

Related Words

impossible
That cannot occur or be realized.
imposible
possibility
The capacity something has to happen or be.
posibilidad
potential
The capacity to develop or manifest.
potencial

Slang Meanings

It can be a reality.
With effort, anything is possible.
Con esfuerzo, todo es posible.
Possible, but unlikely.
It's possible, but I don't think it will happen.
Es posible, pero no creo que pase.