hoffentlich
Translation
hopefully, I hope, let's hope
Examples
Hoffentlich kommt der Bus bald.
Hopefully the bus will come soon.
Hoffentlich regnet es morgen nicht.
I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.
Grammar Patterns
Used as a sentence adverb Hopefully the sun will shine tomorrow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: erwartungsvoll, zuversichtlich; Antonyms: hoffnungslos
Etymology
Made from the verb 'hoffen' (to hope) plus the suffix '-lich' (like '-ly'). It literally means 'hope-ly'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the German version of 'hopefully'. The structure and meaning are almost identical.