likely

/ˈlaɪkli/ adjective A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

Probable or expected to happen.

💡 "Likely" means something is probable or expected to happen.

Example Sentences

It is likely to rain this afternoon .

It is likely to rain today .

Word in Context

Tom looks at the sky and puts on his coat . Rain is likely today , so he takes an umbrella . He walks to the bus stop . The bus is on time and he arrives at work at nine .

Common Phrases

likely to likely that

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