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UK//ˈmeɪ.bi səʊ//US//ˈmeɪ.bi soʊ//

Meaning of Maybe so

A phrase indicating possibility or uncertainty.

In simple words: It's possible or could be true.

Maybe so in a sentence

  • Are you coming to the party? Maybe so.
  • I think it could happen, maybe so.
  • She said she might agree, maybe so.

How to use Maybe so

Use 'maybe so' to express uncertainty or possibility. It's appropriate in casual conversations but might be too informal in formal discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of 'maybe' as a friendly wave like 'yes', but with a question mark.

Related words

Collocations with Maybe so

  • maybe so, maybe not
  • I think maybe so
  • could be, maybe so

Synonyms for Maybe so

Opposites of Maybe so

  • definitely not
  • certainly not
  • no way

Common mistakes with Maybe so

  • Used in affirmative responses instead of uncertainty.
  • Confused with 'maybe not' when disagreeing.
  • Overused in situations where a clear answer is needed.

Compare Maybe so with Perhaps, Possibly

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Frequently asked questions about Maybe so

What does Maybe so mean?

It's possible or could be true.

What is the definition of Maybe so?

A phrase indicating possibility or uncertainty.

How do you use Maybe so in a sentence?

Are you coming to the party? Maybe so.

Can you give another example of Maybe so?

I think it could happen, maybe so.

What are synonyms for Maybe so?

Common alternatives include perhaps, possibly, might be.

What is the opposite of Maybe so?

Opposite meanings include definitely not, certainly not, no way.

What words go with Maybe so?

It commonly pairs with maybe so, maybe not, I think maybe so, could be, maybe so.

What are common mistakes when using Maybe so?

Used in affirmative responses instead of uncertainty. Confused with 'maybe not' when disagreeing. Overused in situations where a clear answer is needed.

How do you pronounce Maybe so?

US: //ˈmeɪ.bi soʊ//, UK: //ˈmeɪ.bi səʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Maybe so?

Use 'maybe so' to express uncertainty or possibility. It's appropriate in casual conversations but might be too informal in formal discussions.