Showing Probability
Common Phrases to Show Probability
There are many ways to show how certain you are about an opinion. These are some of the most common:
100% (Certain)
I'm sure that...
There's no doubt that...
Example:
I'm sure that he is qualified to be a lobbyist for Exxon.
I'm sure that a local action from the public will make all the difference.
75% (Probable)
This is likely to...
I expect that...
I wouldn't be surprised if...
Example:
I wouldn't be surprised if they did not do any long-range planning.
I wouldn't be surprised if diplomacy fails here.
50% (Possible)
There's a chance that...
It's possible that...
Maybe...
Example:
There's a chance the disadvantaged will inherit the earth at least.
There's a chance that this managed project will succeed.
25% (Unlikely)
This probably isn't ...
I don't think that...
We are unlikely to...
I doubt that...
Example:
I doubt that using a different management technique will increase the employees productivity.
I doubt that the disclosure movement will expose the truth.