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posibilidades

/poh-see-bee-lee-DAH-des/

possibilities

A child standing at a point where three distinct, colorful paths branch out into different landscapes, symbolizing options.

Showing different options or chances is one meaning of posibilidades.

posibilidades(noun)

fA2

possibilities

?

options or chances

,

options

?

choices available

Also:

chances

?

likelihood of success

,

prospects

?

future opportunities

📝 In Action

¿Cuáles son nuestras posibilidades de ganar el partido?

A2

What are our chances of winning the game?

Hay muchas posibilidades para viajar este verano.

A2

There are many possibilities for traveling this summer.

Debemos explorar todas las posibilidades antes de decidir.

B1

We must explore all the options before deciding.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • opciones (options)
  • alternativas (alternatives)

Antonyms

  • imposibilidades (impossibilities)

Common Collocations

  • tener posibilidades – to have chances/options
  • abrir posibilidades – to open up possibilities

💡 Grammar Points

Always Plural in This Form

Even when you might say 'a possibility' in English, 'posibilidades' is often used in Spanish to refer to the overall situation or set of choices.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using 'Oportunidades' for 'Chances'

Mistake: "Misusing 'oportunidades' (opportunities) when you mean 'likelihood' or 'chances of success'."

Correction: Use 'posibilidades' when talking about the probability of something happening: 'Hay pocas posibilidades de lluvia' (There are few chances of rain).

⭐ Usage Tips

Using 'Haber' (Hay)

This word often follows the impersonal form of 'haber' ('hay'), meaning 'there are': 'Hay muchas posibilidades' (There are many possibilities).

A large, heavy wooden chest overflowing with stylized gold coins and colorful precious gems.

Posibilidades can also refer to financial resources or economic means.

posibilidades(noun)

fB2

resources

?

financial or economic means

,

means

?

ability to afford something

Also:

budget

?

available funds

📝 In Action

La familia no tiene muchas posibilidades económicas.

B2

The family does not have many financial resources (or means).

Con sus posibilidades, podría comprar un coche nuevo.

C1

With his resources, he could buy a new car.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Common Collocations

  • posibilidades económicas – financial means

💡 Grammar Points

Context is Key

When used alongside words like 'económicas' (economic) or 'financieras' (financial), 'posibilidades' shifts its meaning from 'chances' to 'available money' or 'wealth'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: posibilidades

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'posibilidades' to mean 'financial means'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'posibilidades' always plural?

The word 'posibilidades' is the plural form. If you want to talk about just one option or chance, use the singular form: 'posibilidad' (possibility).

How do I say 'There is a possibility'?

You would use the singular form: 'Hay una posibilidad.' If you mean 'There are many possibilities,' you use the plural: 'Hay muchas posibilidades.'