Translation of Romanian word "poate" to English
poate
/poˈate/
Meaning
AdverbPerhaps, possibly.
How to use
Invariable modal adverb meaning 'maybe / perhaps', originally 3rd person of 'a putea' (can / is able).
🇬🇧 English
maybe
Example
Poate vine și el mai târziu.
Maybe he will come later too.
Poate că este adevărat.
Maybe it is true.
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Common phrases
- poate că— maybe / perhaps that
- se poate— it is possible / one can
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What does the Romanian word "poate" mean?▼
The Romanian word "poate" means "maybe" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Poate vine și el mai târziu." (which translates as "Maybe he will come later too.").
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