Marahil (en. Perhaps)
/ma-ra-hil/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adverb
An adverb that expresses possibility or doubt.
Perhaps he will come later.
Marahil ay darating siya mamaya.
Used to express an opinion that is not certain.
Perhaps it would be better if we didn't go.
Marahil ay mas mabuti kung hindi na lang tayo pumunta.
A term that indicates uncertain results.
Perhaps the weather will be nice tomorrow.
Marahil ay maganda ang panahon bukas.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'ahil', which means hesitant or thoughtful.
Common Phrases and Expressions
perhaps
expressing the possibility of an event.
marahil ay
may be
similar to perhaps, used for possible scenarios.
maaaring
Related Words
may be
A word that expresses possibility.
maaaring
Slang Meanings
maybe
Maybe he's not going, maybe just on another day.
Marahil ay hindi siya pupunta, baka sa ibang araw na lang.
possible
This might be possible, but it still needs more study.
Marahil posible ito, pero kailangan pa ng pag-aaral.
I guess
Maybe, I guess you're the one I'm looking for.
Marahil, siguro ay ikaw ang hinahanap ko.