What is the Spanish word for "likely"?

Learn how to say "likely" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

likely

Spanish

probable

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Alternative translations of "likely"

verosímil
posible
probablemente

Examples of how to use "likely" in Spanish

English
Rain is very likely this afternoon.
Spanish
Es muy probable que llueva esta tarde.
English
It is likely to rain this afternoon.
Spanish
Es probable que llueva esta tarde.
English
She is likely the best candidate today.
Spanish
Ella es probablemente la mejor candidata hoy.
English
They are likely to arrive before dinner.
Spanish
Es probable que lleguen antes de la cena.
English
A delay is likely because of traffic.
Spanish
Es probable que haya un retraso por el tráfico.

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Rain is very likely this afternoon.

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