Can "al mejor" mean "probably"?

Question

In Spain I was taught that "al mejor" means "probably" (not just "maybe"). Is that the right meaning? Is it just a local usage? It's not listed in the dictionary.

Does it even sound "correct" to other Spanish speakers, or do most people say "a lo mejor"?

Welcome to the forum, please accept your first vote :) - Kiwi-Girl, DIC 23, 2011

Answer 1

A lo mejor.......... Probably, or most likely.

It is very common and used both in Spain and the Americas.

Answer 2

I tucky, welcome

Well, I had misread the post, but no, al mejor would not be understood here in Spain, very weird. Maybe you simply misheard?

Answer 3

mamasita said

When someone answers my question called "can someone help me translate in english?", your question might be answered too.

Hi mamasita

I suggest you read the rules, particularly number 3.

Rules

Answer 4

When someone answers my question called "can someone help me translate in english?", your question might be answered too.

Answer 5

A lo mejor