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JLPT N4 Casual

〜darou

Express probability, likelihood or certainty; 'probably', 'maybe', 'I think'.

Casual conjecture - "probably", the plain-form counterpart of でしょう.

Formation

Explanation

The ～だろう grammar point is used to express probability, likelihood, or certainty about a situation or event. It can be translated as 'probably', 'maybe', or 'I think' in English. The formation differs depending on whether it is used with a verb, い-adjective, な-adjective, or noun.

Example sentences

  • It will probably be sunny tomorrow.

    Ashita wa hareru darou.

  • He is probably busy.

    Kare wa isogashii darou.

  • This book is probably interesting.

    Kono hon wa omoshiroi darou.

  • She is probably a teacher.

    Kanojo wa sensei darou.

Inference (It Seems / Probably)