Perhaps
Example: Perhaps we will go to the park later
Definition
"Perhaps" is an adverb used to express uncertainty or possibility about an event or action occurring. It suggests that something might happen or be true but is not guaranteed, as in the sentence: "Perhaps we will go to the park later."
Etymology
The word "perhaps" comes from Middle English, combining 'per' meaning 'by' or 'through' and 'haps' meaning 'chance' or 'luck.' So, it literally means 'by chance' or 'possibly.' Did you know that 'haps' is related to the Old Norse word 'happ,' which also meant luck or fortune?
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"Perhaps" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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