“Maybe” suggests a casual possibility, “perhaps” implies uncertainty in a polite manner, “possibly” indicates a lower likelihood, and “probably” expresses a higher degree of confidence.

Perhaps/Maybe – is used when something or someone is uncertain or not sure (40% - 60% chance). Probably – means that there is a good chance of something happening (70% – 95% chance).

Use "probably" to say that something has a high chance of happening - 50% or greater. Use "possibly" to say that something has a low chance of happening - 50% or less. Use either "maybe" or "perhaps" to say that something has an equal chance of happening or not happening.

Maybe and perhaps are adverbs that mean the same thing. We use them when we think something is possible, but we are not certain. We use maybe mostly in front or end position …

Both maybe and perhaps serve as adverbs to denote the likelihood of an event or the truth of a statement without certainty. Maybe is the go-to choice for everyday, informal speech, while perhaps carries a slightly more formal tone and is often preferred in written content.

2013年7月24日 · Perhaps is neutral. You can use it in all situations and you will still sound polite. Possibly is mainly used in formal situations. Maybe. Maybe is mainly used in informal contexts. Maybe we’ll go to the theater in the evening. Maybe I’ll drop out this year. Maybe we’ll take a vacation next month.

2017年3月1日 · Maybe and perhaps can be used interchangeably. "Maybe" is more in an informal context. "Perhaps" can be used both in a formal and an informal context. To make it more clear, let's compare these 2 sentences: While writing a report: "Perhaps we will know the cost of the project by tomorrow." While talking to a friend: "Maybe I will come tomorrow."

2024年3月9日 · "Maybe" suggests uncertainty or possibility without leaning towards a specific outcome, while "probably" indicates a higher likelihood or confidence in a particular outcome occurring.

2021年2月9日 · Have you ever struggled with knowing exactly when to use the words 'probably', 'possibly', 'maybe', or 'perhaps'? In this Lesson we will look at all the different ways you can emphasise the likelihood or chance that something is going to happen.

"Likely" is an adjective, and "probably" is an adverb. You would say: "It is likely that Spain will win" and "Spain will probably win." Do you see the difference in usage?