Meaning
Expressing uncertainty or possibility.
Cultural Background
French speakers use it to avoid being too direct. Often pronounced with a distinct 't' sound at the end. Used similarly to standard French but often with more emphasis.
The Hyphen Rule
Always use the hyphen when it means 'maybe'.
Meaning
Expressing uncertainty or possibility.
The Hyphen Rule
Always use the hyphen when it means 'maybe'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
___ qu'il a oublié.
Peut-être is the correct adverbial form.
Which is correct?
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
The hyphen is required for the adverb.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercises___ qu'il a oublié.
Peut-être is the correct adverbial form.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
The hyphen is required for the adverb.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is neutral and works everywhere.
Yes, it is a perfect one-word answer.
Related Phrases
Il se peut que
builds onIt is possible that
Possiblement
synonymPossibly
