posibilidad
“posibilidad” means “possibility” in Spanish (potential or likelihood of something happening).
possibility, chance
Also: option, prospect
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¿Hay alguna posibilidad de que vengas mañana?
A2Is there any possibility that you will come tomorrow?
Exploramos todas las posibilidades antes de decidir la ruta.
B1We explored all the possibilities before deciding the route.
La posibilidad de que gane la lotería es remota, pero existe.
B2The chance that I win the lottery is remote, but it exists.
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Which sentence correctly uses 'posibilidad'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin word *possibilitātem*, meaning 'the quality of being possible.' This makes it a direct descendant of the Latin root, which is why it looks so similar to the English word 'possibility.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish period (around the 13th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'posibilidad' is masculine or feminine?
It is feminine ('la posibilidad'). A great trick is that most Spanish nouns ending in -dad (like ciudad, universidad, verdad) are always feminine.
Is there a difference between 'posibilidad' and 'oportunidad'?
'Posibilidad' refers to whether something *can* happen (the likelihood). 'Oportunidad' refers to a favorable time or chance *to act* (the window of time or circumstance).