Dec 4, 2016 · The meaning of MAYBE is perhaps. How to use maybe in a sentence.

Maybe /ˈmeɪbi/ is an adverb and it means the same as perhaps. It is written as one word: …

You use maybe to express uncertainty, for example when you do not know that something is definitely true, or when you are mentioning something that may possibly happen in the future in the way you …

Definition of maybe adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 16, 2025 · maybe (plural maybes) (informal) Something that is possibly true. (informal) An answer that shows neither agreement nor disagreement.

The word maybe is much more informal than the word perhaps: Our teacher's sick; maybe she'll be better tomorrow. The report said that perhaps the economy would improve.

MAYBE definition: perhaps; possibly. See examples of maybe used in a sentence.

Maybe Ted would like to go. (Definition of maybe from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

maybe definition: 1. possibly: 2. used to suggest something politely: . Learn more.

We use maybe and may be to talk about possibility. They are often confused because we use them both when we think that something is possible but we are not certain. …