might in Japanese
might in Japanese is かも知れない — might means used to show that something is possible, though not certain.
might in Japanese
かも知れない
Pronounced: kamoshirenai
(auxiliary) Used to indicate conditional or possible actions; would perhaps/maybe.
What does "might" mean?
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aux Used to show that something is possible, though not certain.
"It might rain later, so bring an umbrella."
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noun Great power, strength, or force.
"The empire was at the height of its military might."
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aux The past tense of "may", used to ask permission or describe a past possibility.
"He asked if he might leave early."
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might in a sentence
- It might rain later, so bring an umbrella.
- The empire was at the height of its military might.
- She pushed the door open with all her might.
- He asked if he might leave early.
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What is "might" in Japanese?
"might" in Japanese is かも知れない. might means: Used to show that something is possible, though not certain.
How do you pronounce かも知れない?
"might" in Japanese is かも知れない, pronounced "kamoshirenai".
How do you use "might" in a sentence?
Example: "It might rain later, so bring an umbrella." In Japanese, "might" is かも知れない.
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