English–German

“possibility” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmøːklɪçkaɪ̯t/

Example

Es gibt die Möglichkeit, dass es morgen regnet.

There is a possibility it will rain tomorrow.

Illustration for Möglichkeit (possibility)

How to say “possibility” in German

“Possibility” in German is Möglichkeit.

A doorway with several possible routes, where one route can be chosen or an event can occur.

Full entry for Möglichkeit: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Möglichkeit

Er hat die Möglichkeit, im Ausland zu studieren.

He has the opportunity to study abroad.

Tips for using Möglichkeit

  • The construction die Möglichkeit haben, etwas zu tun takes a zu-infinitive, while es besteht die Möglichkeit, dass introduces a clause.

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