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GrammarJLPT N5
may
Expression

Also written as かも知れない

Definitions

  1. 1. may
  2. 2. might
This expression is used to indicate that something is possible or might be the case, similar to "might" or "maybe" in English. It expresses uncertainty and is softer than saying something is definitely true, making it very useful for polite or cautious speech.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

She might have already gone home.

Sentence 2

Today might be the last time we see each other.

Sentence 3

Yeah, you might be right.

Sentence 4

It might be hard, but I'll give it a try.

Sentence 5

He might not come.