có lẽ
[kɔ˧˦ lɛ˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adverb) maybe; perhaps; probably; possibly
Adverb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Có lẽ hắn chưa biết bố hắn vô tù.He probably doesn't know his father is in jail.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “có lẽ” mean?
(adverb) maybe; perhaps; probably; possibly
Is “có lẽ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.