Meaning
it is probable that; the probability is
Primary Function
probability framing opener
Communicative Purpose
introduces a prediction with a degree of certainty
Pattern
The likelihood is that
Core Structure
The likelihood is that
Função primária
probability framing opener
Propósito comunicativo
introduces a prediction with a degree of certainty
Situações de gatilho
forecasts, speculative writing, professional opinions
Contextos
professional, academic
Padrão
The likelihood is that
Estrutura central
The likelihood is that
Slots de substituição
clause describing the predicted event (e.g., the project will be completed on time)
Colocados típicos
- that
- will
Substituições comuns
- It is likely that
- Chances are
- In all likelihood
Erros comuns
The likelihood is for (incorrect)
Similar / contraste
There's a good chance that (more informal)
Interferências
none
Família do chunk
- probability epistemic frames
Nuance
measured, rational prediction
Efeito pragmático
presents speaker as analytical
Dica de memória
likelihood = how likely it is
Nota
This chunk is used to express a prediction with a degree of certainty, often in formal or professional contexts.
Upgrade path
from It is likely that → In all likelihood → The likelihood is that
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