French word

éventuel

Pronunciation

IPA/evɑ̃tɥɛl/

Meaning

  • adjectivepossible

Example

Nous devons penser aux conséquences éventuelles.

We must think about the possible consequences.

Illustration for éventuel (possible)

More examples

Un risque éventuel doit être pris en compte.

A potential risk must be taken into account.

Core concept

A possible outcome that depends on circumstances, with no promise that it will occur.

Common phrases

  • risque éventuel

    potential risk

  • problème éventuel

    potential problem

  • coût éventuel

    potential cost

Similar words

possible: Able to happen in reality.
probable: Likely to happen.
potentiel: Having the possibility of becoming real in the future.
hypothétique: Based on an assumed premise rather than established facts.

Definition in French

Qui peut se produire selon les circonstances, sans garantie de réalisation.

Word origin

French éventuel comes from Latin eventualis, built on eventus, meaning an outcome or result.

Usage tips

  • English eventually means 'in the end', whereas French éventuel means possible or contingent.

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