Pronunciation: /pɝˈhæps/

Definitions of perhaps

adverb used to express uncertainty or possibility

Example Sentences

A1 Perhaps she will come to the party.

A2 Perhaps we can go to the beach tomorrow.

B1 Perhaps it would be best to wait for more information before making a decision.

B2 Perhaps if we leave early, we can avoid the traffic.

C1 Perhaps we should consider all possible outcomes before proceeding.

C2 Perhaps it is time to reevaluate our approach to the problem.

preposition used to indicate uncertainty or possibility

Example Sentences

A1 Perhaps we can go to the park tomorrow.

A2 Perhaps you should ask for help if you're not sure.

B1 Perhaps it would be better to wait until next week.

B2 Perhaps we could meet for lunch to discuss the project.

C1 Perhaps we should consider all options before making a decision.

C2 Perhaps it is time to reassess our strategy and make some changes.

Examples of perhaps in a Sentence

formal Perhaps we should consider all possible options before making a decision.

informal Maybe we can grab a bite to eat before the movie, perhaps?

slang Let's hit up that new spot for lunch, perhaps?

figurative His words were like a puzzle, each piece fitting together to form a perhaps unsettling picture.

Grammatical Forms of perhaps

past tense

perhapsed

plural

perhapses

comparative

more perhaps

superlative

most perhaps

present tense

perhaps

future tense

will perhaps

perfect tense

have perhapsed

continuous tense

is perhapsing

singular

perhaps

positive degree

very perhaps

infinitive

to perhaps

gerund

perhapsing

participle

perhapsed

Origin and Evolution of perhaps

First Known Use: 1200 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'perhaps' originated from the Old English word 'perhæps', which was a combination of 'per' meaning 'by' and 'haps' meaning 'chance'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'perhaps' has retained its original meaning of indicating uncertainty or possibility, but has become more commonly used in modern English to express doubt or speculation.