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Junkomama



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PostPosted: Thu Jun 29, 2006 4:47 am    Post subject: perhaps Reply with quote

Hello, teachers.

Is it OK to use "perhaps" and "may" at the same time?
Ex. Perhaps we may go for a walk in the afternoon.

Thank you in advance,
Junkomama
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MrPedantic



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PostPosted: Thu Jun 29, 2006 12:23 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hello Junko

Yes, it's quite common, whether "may" relates to possibility or permission:

1. Perhaps I may be of assistance. ] = permission.
2. We may perhaps be looking in the wrong place, of course. ] = possibility.

All the best,

MrP
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Junkomama



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PostPosted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:12 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thank you so much for your answer, MrPedantic!!

Regards,
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MrPedantic



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PostPosted: Fri Jun 30, 2006 5:47 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

You're welcome, Junkomama!

Have a good weekend,

MrP
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