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Definition perhaps in British English

perhaps adverb

adverb
/pə(r)ˈhæps/

Perhaps can be used in the following ways:

as a sentence adverb (making a comment on the whole sentence or clause): Perhaps we’ve met before.

as an ordinary adverb (before a number): He was perhaps 95.

1

used for saying that you are not certain about something, or that something may or may not be true

Example

I wondered if perhaps he had fallen ill.

Example

It is perhaps not a good idea for a seven-year-old to use a calculator.

Synonyms and related words
perhaps maybe presumably
1.1

used when you are guessing a number or amount or are not certain about it

Example

There were perhaps a dozen women in the audience.

Example

Cook the potatoes until they are tender - perhaps 15 minutes.

Synonyms and related words
about around at a guess
Example

You don't look well - perhaps you should go to the doctor.

Example

Perhaps we could all go out and have a meal sometime?

Example

Perhaps you can explain what went wrong?

Synonyms and related words
after you any chance of...? any luck? perhaps maybe may
3

used for giving an opinion when you want to be polite and not seem too certain or definite

Example

Perhaps it would be better for his party if he resigned.

Example

His latest novel is perhaps his best.

Synonyms and related words
your two cents perhaps frankly
4

used as a polite reply to someone when you do not completely agree with what they have said

Example

'I think he must have made a mistake.' 'Yes, perhaps.'

Synonyms and related words
hope seem respectfully
Definition perhaps in British English