Complete Guide to “Be Likely To” with Examples in English and Hindi

Introduction to “Be Likely To”

The semi-modal expression “be likely to” is used to express probability or strong possibility of future events. This comprehensive guide covers its meaning, grammatical structure, usage nuances, and provides practical examples with Hindi translations.

Meaning and Usage (अर्थ और प्रयोग)

“Be likely to” expresses:

• High Probability (उच्च संभावना) – Strong chance of something happening
• Expected Outcomes (अपेक्षित परिणाम) – What we reasonably expect to occur
• Predictions (भविष्यवाणियाँ) – Based on current evidence or trends
• Tendencies (प्रवृत्तियाँ) – Natural inclinations or patterns

Grammatical Structure (व्याकरणिक संरचना)

Basic Form: Subject + am/is/are + likely to + base verb
Negative Form: Subject + am/is/are + not + likely to + base verb
Question Form: Am/Is/Are + subject + likely to + base verb?

Examples:

• She is likely to get promoted. (उसके पदोन्नत होने की संभावना है।)
• They are not likely to agree. (उनके सहमत होने की संभावना नहीं है।)
• Is it likely to rain today? (क्या आज बारिश होने की संभावना है?)

Key Usage Rules (मुख्य प्रयोग नियम)

1. Probability Range: 60-90% chance (more than “might” but less than “will”)
2. Time Reference: Primarily future (sometimes present)
3. Formality Level: Neutral – works in both formal and informal contexts
4. Common Combinations: Often used with adverbs (very, quite, highly)

When to Use “Be Likely To”

1. Expressing Probability (संभावना व्यक्त करना)

Used when something has a strong chance of happening.

Example:
The team is likely to win the championship.
(टीम के चैंपियनशिप जीतने की संभावना है।)

2. Making Predictions (भविष्यवाणी करना)

Used for forecasts based on current information.

Example:
Prices are likely to increase next month.
(अगले महीने कीमतों के बढ़ने की संभावना है।)

3. Discussing Tendencies (प्रवृत्तियों के बारे में बताना)

Used for natural inclinations or patterns.

Example:
Teenagers are likely to rebel.
(किशोरों के विद्रोह करने की प्रवृत्ति होती है।)

15 Practical Examples with Hindi Translations

S.No.	English Sentence	Hindi Translation
1.	He is likely to arrive by 6 PM.	उसके शाम 6 बजे तक पहुँचने की संभावना है।
2.	The deal is likely to be finalized today.	सौदे के आज पक्का होने की संभावना है।
3.	They are not likely to change their decision.	उनके अपना फैसला बदलने की संभावना नहीं है।
4.	Are you likely to attend the conference?	क्या आपके सम्मेलन में शामिल होने की संभावना है?
5.	She is very likely to get the scholarship.	उसके स्कॉलरशिप पाने की बहुत संभावना है।
6.	The medicine is likely to cause drowsiness.	दवा के उनींदापन लाने की संभावना है।
7.	Old buildings are likely to need repairs.	पुरानी इमारतों के मरम्मत की जरूरत होने की संभावना है।
8.	The flight is likely to be delayed.	फ्लाइट के देरी से आने की संभावना है।
9.	We are likely to face traffic jams.	हमारे ट्रैफिक जाम में फँसने की संभावना है।
10.	Is the company likely to expand?	क्या कंपनी के विस्तार करने की संभावना है?
11.	Such policies are likely to be unpopular.	ऐसी नीतियों के अलोकप्रिय होने की संभावना है।
12.	You’re likely to feel tired after the journey.	यात्रा के बाद आपके थकान महसूस करने की संभावना है।
13.	The test results are likely to come tomorrow.	टेस्ट रिजल्ट के कल आने की संभावना है।
14.	He isn’t likely to remember that incident.	उसके उस घटना को याद रखने की संभावना नहीं है।
15.	New employees are likely to need training.	नए कर्मचारियों के प्रशिक्षण की जरूरत होने की संभावना है।

Comparison with Similar Expressions

1. “Be likely to” vs “Probably will”
   • “Be likely to”: More formal, slightly stronger probability
   • “Probably will”: More conversational
2. “Be likely to” vs “May/Might”
   • “Be likely to”: Higher probability (60-90%)
   • “May/Might”: Lower probability (30-60%)

Common Mistakes to Avoid (सामान्य गलतियाँ)

1. Confusing with “like to” (which expresses preference)
2. Using past tense incorrectly (“was likely to” is correct for past probability)
3. Overusing in absolute certainty situations (use “will” instead)
4. Incorrect word order (“likely be to” → should be “likely to be”)

Conclusion

“Be likely to” is an essential expression for discussing probable future events and expected outcomes in English. Its ability to convey strong possibility without absolute certainty makes it invaluable for making predictions, discussing trends, and expressing professional opinions. Mastering this structure will significantly enhance your ability to communicate probabilities effectively.

“Be likely to” का सही प्रयोग आपकी अंग्रेज़ी को अधिक सटीक और प्रभावशाली बनाता है!
Regular practice of these examples will help you use it naturally in conversations. 

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