Adverb · A2 · Spanish glossary
Quizás: maybe, perhaps
quizás
Pronunciation: kee-SAHS (stress the capital letters)
Quizás means “maybe, perhaps” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: maybe, perhaps
- How to say it: kee-SAHS
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “quizás” means and how to use it
Quizás means “maybe” or “perhaps.” “Quizá” is the same word without the final s.
Examples with audio
- Quizás vaya mañana.Maybe I will go tomorrow.
- Quizá tienes razón.Perhaps you are right.
- Quizás ella no sabe.Maybe she does not know.
Usage tip
Quizás and quizá are interchangeable. Another common word is “tal vez.” With doubt, the verb often goes in the subjunctive: quizás vaya.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “maybe, perhaps” in Spanish?
“maybe, perhaps” in Spanish is “quizás.” It is pronounced kee-SAHS, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “quizás”?
Say kee-SAHS. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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