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おそらく

Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word おそらく

恐らく
Adverb
Usually kana
Freq #1434
1

Oft. used when predicting a negative outcome

probably; (most) likely; in all likelihood; I suspect; I dare say; I'm afraid

Examples
首相はおそらく辞任するであろう。
The premier is likely to resign.

Kanji in this Word

10 strokes
Frequency: 878
JLPT N2
Grade 8

Meanings

fear
dread
awe

Readings

On — Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
キョウ
Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
おそ.れる
おそ.る
おそ.ろしい
こわ.い
こわ.がる
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