Vocab Info
N2 Adverb
恐らくperhaps, likely, probably, I dare say
Dictionary Definition
Common
Adverb
1.
probably, (most) likely, in all likelihood, I suspect, I dare say, I'm afraid
Usually written using kana alone, oft. used when predicting a negative outcome
All Forms
恐らく 【おそらく】
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明日は恐らく雨になるでしょう。
It will probably rain tomorrow.
父の表情が固い。恐らく、僕の意見に反対なのだ。
My father's expression is stern. Probably, he is against my opinion.
彼はシャイだから、恐らくパーティーには来ないだろう。
He is shy, so he probably won't come to the party.
食器洗いを子供に任せたら、恐らく二度洗いをする事になるでしょう。
If you leave the dishwashing to the children, you will probably end up washing them again.
飼い猫が見当たらないが、恐らく洗濯カゴの中を確認すれば見つかるだろう。
I can't find my pet cat, but I'll probably find it if I check inside the laundry basket.
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