可能性
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Meaning: possibility
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可能性
可能性 refers to the likelihood or chance that something might happen. It emphasizes potential rather than certainty, distinguishing it from words like 'probability,' which is more mathematical and specific.
The character 可 (kě) means 'can' or 'possible,' 能 (néng) means 'ability' or 'capacity,' and 性 (xìng) is a suffix indicating a quality or nature. Together, they form a noun meaning 'the quality of being possible' or 'possibility.'
It is commonly used in everyday language to discuss chances, outcomes, or opportunities. For example, people might talk about the possibility of success, the possibility of rain, or the possibility of meeting someone. It reflects a flexible and open-minded view of future events.
Example Sentences
这个计划有很大的可能性成功。
This plan has a high possibility of success.
他没有足够的能力，所以这个项目成功的可能性很小。
He doesn't have enough ability, so the possibility of this project succeeding is very small.