How to pronounce possibly

Say it like this: /ˈpɑ.sɪ.bli/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈpɑ.sɪ.bli/

What does possibly mean?

advPerhaps; indicates that the proposition may be true (is not certainly false) regardless of any facts or circumstances known to, stated by or implied by the speaker.

“Possibly, they will make gains in the midterm elections.”

In the realm of possibility; indicates that the action may successfully be performed (is not impossible) regardless of any facts or circumstances known to, stated by or implied by the speaker that mig

“I couldn't possibly be there on time.”

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