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"Tal vez" is a phrase which is often translated as "maybe", and "probablemente" is an adverb which is often translated as "probably". Learn more about the difference between "tal vez" and "probablemente" 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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probablemente(
proh
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bah
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bleh
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mehn
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teh
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. probably
Probablemente iremos al supermercado al rato.We'll probably go to the supermarket later.
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