probably
PRAH-buh-blee/ˈpɹɑbəbli/UKPRO-buh-blee/ˈpɹɒbəbli/
- 1Used to say that something is very likely true, though you are not completely sure.
Like guessing rain when the sky is full of dark clouds: very likely, but not certain.
We will probably go to the beach this weekend.
It's probably too late to call her now.
UsageUsually put it after will and is, but before won't: it will probably rain; he probably won't come.
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Origin
From the word "probable" plus "-ly".
Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 1 fact
- Probably is formed from probable plus -ly. en.wiktionary.org