пожа́луй
rare #32330
- 1.
perhaps, probably, I suppose, I think
Он, пожа́луй, не придёт.
He probably won't come.
Used parenthetically, set off by commas, to soften a statement.
- 2.
arguably
Э́то, пожа́луй, лу́чший фильм го́да.
This is arguably the best film of the year.
Typically before a superlative or a sweeping claim.
- 3.
all right then, if you like, I don't mind
— Вы́пьешь чаю? — Пожа́луй.
"Would you like some tea?" "All right then."
As a one-word reply, expressing mild consent.
Examples
Цепь, пожалуй, не вы́держит э́того напряже́ния.
I don't think this chain will stand the strain.
Вам, пожалуй, не сле́довало ука́зывать на э́то други́м.
You probably shouldn't mention that to anyone.
Word familyпожа́луйPRO
- пожа́луйperhaps; arguably; all right then
- пожа́луйстаplease; you are welcome; here you go
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