eventuell
Translation
possibly, perhaps, potentially, maybe
Examples
Eventuell komme ich später.
I might come later.
Das ist ein eventueller Plan B.
This is a potential Plan B.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adverb)) possibly, perhaps Eventuell regnet es morgen.
((as an adjective)) potential, possible Das ist ein eventueller Nebeneffekt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vielleicht, möglicherweise; Antonyms: sicher, bestimmt
Etymology
From French 'éventuel', from Latin 'eventus' (event, outcome). It relates to something that might happen.
Memory Tips
Be careful not to confuse it with the English 'eventually'. 'Eventuell' means 'possibly' or 'perhaps', not 'in the end'.