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不一定能
bù yīdìng néng
not necessarily be able to
他不一定能来参加会议。
He may not be able to attend the meeting.
general
Expresses uncertainty or possibility that something may or may not happen or be true.
这个计划不一定能成功。
This plan may not succeed.
她不一定能赶上火车。
She may not be able to catch the train.
Often used to express doubt or possibility in various contexts.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Negative Contexts
This phrase is often used to express doubt or uncertainty about an outcome, making it useful in both formal and informal settings.
Gold Rule
Expressing Possibility
Use this phrase to indicate that something may or may not happen, which is common in planning and decision-making discussions.
Word Origin
Combination of 不一定 (not necessarily) and 能 (can/be able to).
Usage Notes
Used to express uncertainty or possibility in a variety of contexts, often to soften a statement or acknowledge that the outcome is not guaranteed.
Word Breakdown
不一定
not necessarily
phrase能
can/be able to
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