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A formal word meaning 'possible' or 'potentially occurring'. It is used to refer to something that could happen or be present under certain circumstances.
Bitte informieren Sie uns über etwaige Änderungen Ihrer Kontaktdaten.
Please inform us of any possible changes to your contact details.
'Etwaig' (possible) is a formal word and is used mainly in written language. It is often found in official documents, business letters, or legal notices.
Für etwaige Schäden am Gerät übernehmen wir keine Haftung.
We accept no liability for any possible damage to the device.
This adjective is used almost exclusively before a noun (attributive use). Using it on its own after a verb like 'sein' (to be) is extremely rare and sounds unnatural.
Der Techniker wird sich um etwaige Probleme kümmern.
The technician will take care of any possible problems.
Because it is formal, 'etwaig' (possible) is often combined with abstract nouns. Typical examples are: etwaige Kosten (any possible costs), etwaige Fragen (any possible questions), etwaige Risiken (any possible risks), or etwaige Ansprüche (any possible claims).
Bitte teilen Sie uns etwaige Terminwünsche bis Freitag mit.
Please let us know any possible scheduling preferences by Friday.
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'möglich' and 'etwaig' can both express that something may happen or be present, but is not certain. 'möglich' is the normal word in everyday language and fits in many situations. 'etwaig' sounds clearly more formal and often appears before nouns, for example in letters, contracts, or official texts. In everyday language, you would be more likely to say 'mögliche Probleme' (possible problems), but 'etwaige Probleme' (any possible problems) in an official notice. 'etwaig' usually means: if such a thing exists or if it occurs.
Bitte melden Sie etwaige Schäden sofort an die Verwaltung.
Please report any damage to the administration immediately.
Im Kurs ist eine Änderung des Plans noch möglich.
In the course, a change to the plan is still possible.