espero que
vs
tal vez

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"Espero que" is a phrase which is often translated as "I hope that", and "tal vez" is a phrase which is often translated as "maybe". Learn more about the difference between "espero que" and "tal vez" below.

espero que(

ehs

peh

roh

keh

)

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).

phrase

1. (general)

a. I hope that

Espero que consigas trabajo pronto.I hope that you get a job soon.

b. I hope

¿Tendremos que vender la casa? - Espero que no.Will we have to sell the house? - I hope not.

tal vez(

tahl

behs

)

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).

phrase

1. (possibly)

a. maybe

Tal vez se le olvidó que ustedes se iban a encontrar.Maybe she forgot that you were going to meet up.

b. perhaps

¿Tal vez le gustaría una taza de té, señora?Perhaps you would like a cup of tea, ma'am?

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espero que vs tal vez

espero que
vs
tal vez