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Maybe

Adverb
UK /ˈmeɪ.bi/
US /ˈmeɪ.bi/

Definition

Possibly; not certain.

Example

"Maybe it will snow today."

"She said maybe she can help us with the project, but she is not sure yet."

"Maybe you should ask your teacher for advice before deciding what to do."

Explanation

Maybe is a word used to show uncertainty or that something is possible but not sure. For example, “Maybe it will rain tomorrow”. It can also be used in conversation to politely answer questions, like “Maybe I can join the trip.” It is often used to express doubt or possibility. It is an adverb, so it usually changes or describes the verb, telling how likely something is.