Word: MAYBE
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Definition of MAYBE
- Something that is possibly true.
- An answer that shows neither agreement nor disagreement.
"The results of the poll were inconclusive. We got two yeses, three nos, and four maybes."
- A future event that may or may not happen.
"About your raise: it's a big maybe."
- Possible; uncertain.
- Modifies a verb, indicating a lack of certainty: it may be that...
- (as a pro-sentence) Perhaps that is true (expressing no commitment to a decision or a neutral viewpoint to a statement).
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "maybe", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "maybe" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MAYBE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is MAYBE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in MAYBE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MAYBE:
- # the maybe effect
- # master of maybe
- # playing with maybe
- # in terms of maybe
Sub-words
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