die Wahrscheinlichkeit
Translation
probability, likelihood
Examples
Die Wahrscheinlichkeit für Regen ist hoch.
The probability of rain is high.
Mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit wird er gewinnen.
He will win with high probability.
Grammar Patterns
the probability ((of sth. / for sth.)) The probability of success is low.
the probability ((that...)) There is a probability that he will come.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Möglichkeit, Chance; Antonyms: Unwahrscheinlichkeit, Gewissheit
Etymology
From 'wahr' (true) + 'scheinen' (to seem) + '-lich' (adj. suffix) + '-keit' (noun suffix). Literally means 'true-seeming-ness'.
Memory Tips
Think of how 'true' something 'seems'. The more it seems true, the higher the probability.