English–French

“likely” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁobablə/

Example

C'est un résultat probable.

This is a likely result.

Illustration for probable (likely)

How to say “likely” in French

“Likely” in French is probable.

A result that the evidence favors while uncertainty remains.

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

Example sentences with probable

Il est probable qu'il vienne ce soir.

It is probable that he will come tonight.

Tips for using probable

  • The final e of probable is silent in French, and the word ends with the consonant sound heard in -bl, unlike common English pronunciation.

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