A possibilidade



Example: Há a possibilidade de chover amanhã à tarde.

Definition


"A possibilidade" refers to the chance or likelihood that a certain event or condition may occur, such as the potential for rain tomorrow afternoon. It expresses the idea that something is not certain but could happen under certain circumstances.

Etymology


The phrase "a possibilidade" comes from the Portuguese language, where "possibilidade" derives from the Latin word 'possibilitas,' meaning capability or potential. Did you know? The root 'possibilis' in Latin means 'able to be done,' highlighting the concept of something being within the realm of possibility.

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