Peut-être
Maybe
Language note: Exhibits possibility or uncertainty, often follows with the subjunctive mood.
Culture note: French culture appreciates nuance and subtlety in expressing probability.
Context: The negotiator graciously allows some possibility.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Peut
[puh]
Can
Expresses ability or possibility.
Il peut venir demain.
He can come tomorrow.
être
[eh-truh]
be
Exist or occur.
Il pourrait être là.
He might be there.
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