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"Tal vez" is a phrase which is often translated as "maybe", and "quizás" is an adverb which is also often translated as "maybe". Learn more about the difference between "tal vez" and "quizás" below.
tal vez(
tahl
 
behs
)
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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quizás(
kee
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sahs
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. maybe
Quizás me equivoque, pero creo que a Megan le gusta Joe.Maybe I'm wrong, but I think Megan likes Joe.
b. perhaps
¿Podrá asistir a nuestra asamblea general, señora Cummins? - No lo sé. Quizás.Will you be able to attend our general meeting, Mrs. Cummins? - I don't know. Perhaps.
quizá
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. maybe
Quizá llueva hoy.Maybe it will rain today.
b. perhaps
Quizá podamos ir a la playa este fin de semana.Perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend.
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