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possibly
Expresses that something might happen or be true, perhaps or under certain circumstances, but is not certain. Synonymous with 'vielleicht' (perhaps/maybe).
Möglicherweise komme ich heute Abend etwas später.
Possibly, I'll come a bit later this evening.
The word is composed of 'möglich' (possible) and 'Weise' (way/manner). It literally means 'in a possible way' and therefore expresses a possibility or uncertainty.
Die Ursache für den Fehler ist möglicherweise ein Software-Update.
The cause of the error is possibly a software update.
'Möglicherweise' can stand in different positions in the sentence. If it is in position 1, the conjugated verb follows directly. If it is inside the sentence, the normal word order does not change.
Möglicherweise hat der Zug Verspätung.
Possibly, the train is delayed.
'Möglicherweise' belongs more to written language or a more formal style. It is often found in news reports, reports, or official announcements.
Der Minister wird die Entscheidung möglicherweise morgen bekannt geben.
The minister will possibly announce the decision tomorrow.
maybe
Vielleicht and möglicherweise both express an uncertain possibility. Vielleicht is the usual, more conversational form; möglicherweise sounds more neutral and formal. In a normal conversation, vielleicht is usually appropriate, while möglicherweise is especially suitable for factual statements or written texts.
Möglicherweise kommt der Bus heute wegen des Schnees später.
The bus may possibly be late today because of the snow.
Vielleicht kommt der Bus heute wegen des Schnees später.
Maybe the bus will be late today because of the snow.
