可能性
The state or fact of being possible. It refers to the chance that something may exist, happen, or be true.
Examples
3 of 5彼が成功する可能性は高い。
The possibility of his success is high.
あらゆる可能性を検討する必要があります。
We need to consider all possibilities.
そんなの、可能性はゼロだよ。
There's zero possibility of that.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Ka (can) + Nou (ability) + Sei (nature). The nature of 'can do'.
Quick Quiz
努力すれば、夢が叶う（ ）はある。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 可能性
Examples
彼が成功する可能性は高い。
everydayThe possibility of his success is high.
あらゆる可能性を検討する必要があります。
formalWe need to consider all possibilities.
そんなの、可能性はゼロだよ。
informalThere's zero possibility of that.
生命が他の惑星に存在する可能性を論じる。
academicDiscuss the possibility of life existing on other planets.
この新事業には大きな可能性がある。
businessThis new business has great potential.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
〜の可能性がある
there is a chance that...
無限の可能性
infinite possibilities
可能性を探る
to explore possibilities
Often Confused With
Kakuritsu is a mathematical probability (e.g., 50%); Kanousei is the general quality of being possible.
Usage Notes
Essential for hedging in academic writing (using 'may', 'might', 'could').
Common Mistakes
Do not say 'kanousei ga tsuyoi'; use 'kanousei ga takai' (high) or 'kanousei ga ookii' (large).
Memory Tip
Ka (can) + Nou (ability) + Sei (nature). The nature of 'can do'.
Word Origin
Combination of 'possible/can' and 'nature/suffix for abstract nouns'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
努力すれば、夢が叶う（ ）はある。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 可能性
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
対比
B1The act of placing two things side by side to show their differences; contrast.
論拠
B1The logical basis or grounds for an argument or belief. Evidence or reasoning used to support a claim.
共通
B1Sharing something with others; having something in common.
整合性
B1The quality of being logical and consistent, where different parts of an argument or data set agree with each other without contradiction.
包括的
B1Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; wide-ranging and thorough.
裏付け
B1Evidence or support that confirms a theory, statement, or finding; corroboration that makes an argument credible.
概ね
B1For the most part; mostly or generally. Used to indicate that a statement is largely true despite minor exceptions.
論証
B1The process of proving a statement or theory through logical reasoning and the presentation of evidence.
暫定的
B1Not certain or fixed; provisional or temporary. Used for results or plans that may change after more info is gathered.
実際
B1Reality or the actual state of things, as opposed to theory or imagination.
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