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
Composed of 'wahr' (true) + 'scheinen' (to seem) + '-lich' (adj. suffix) + '-keit' (noun suffix). It literally translates to 'true-seeming-ness'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: how 'true' does something 'seem'? The more it seems true, the higher the probability.