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"Tal vez" is a phrase which is often translated as "maybe", and "espero que" is a phrase which is often translated as "I hope that". Learn more about the difference between "tal vez" and "espero que" below.
tal vez(
tahl
 
behs
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
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(
ehs
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peh
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roh
 
keh
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
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.
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