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Wohl Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Wohl" is mainly used as adverb meaning "probably", "possibly" or "surely". It is also used as particle and adjective.
Essential properties of "wohl"
Its most important properties are:
Meanings of "wohl" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "Expresses probability or certainty"
"Wohl", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.
- Definition: "Probably, possibly, surely."
- Translation(s): probably, possibly, surely, likely
- Synonym(s): Vermutlich, Wahrscheinlich, Möglicherweise
- Antonym(s): Unwahrscheinlich
- Related word(s): Vielleicht, Eventuell
📝 Some usage examples:
- Er kommt wohl heute Abend.
- Das ist wohl das Beste, was wir tun können.
- Sie hat wohl Recht mit ihrer Vermutung.
2.) "Modal particle for assumption or uncertainty"
"Wohl", when used with this meaning, acts as particle.
- Definition: "Modal particle expressing assumption or uncertainty."
- Translation(s): presumably, I suppose, probably (modal particle)
- Synonym(s): schon, eben, halt
- Antonym(s): sicher
- Related word(s): doch, ja
📝 Some usage examples:
- Du hast wohl nicht aufgepasst.
- Das war wohl ein Missverständnis.
- Sie werden wohl schon gegessen haben.
3.) "Describes a state of well-being, health, or comfort"
"Wohl", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.
- Definition: "Well, healthy, comfortable."
- Translation(s): well, healthy, comfortable, at ease
- Synonym(s): Gesund, Behaglich, Angenehm
- Antonym(s): Schlecht
- Related word(s): Gut, Zufrieden
📝 Some usage examples:
- Ich fühle mich hier sehr wohl.
- Es ist mir wohl in deiner Gesellschaft.
- Nach dem Urlaub sieht sie wohl und erholt aus.