もしかして
0%
Log in to evaluate your pronunciation.
No feedback yet. Please speak to see your results.
Adverb used to express uncertainty or possibility. Often followed by 『～かもしれない』 (kamoshirenai, 'might be') or used alone in questions. Example: 『もしかして雨ですか？』 (moshikashite ame desu ka?, 'Perhaps it's rain?').
Theme
At a park, User and their friend Sakura chat about a mutual acquaintance who might be moving away soon.
もしかして
もしかして
perhaps, possibly
Core Language Building BlocksAdverbs & Connectors
Memory Hook
Imagine you're not sure about something and say 'maybe' with a shrug. It sounds like 'moshikashite' — think 'mosh' (like 'mosh pit' where things are uncertain) + 'kashite' (like 'cash it' if it's possible). 'Moshikashite' → perhaps!
Cultural Note
In Japanese conversations, 『もしかして』 (moshikashite, 'perhaps') is often used to express uncertainty or make polite guesses, such as when asking for confirmation without being too direct. It's common in daily speech and media like anime or dramas.
Forms
Base: もしかしてAdverb used to express uncertainty or possibility. Often followed by 『～かもしれない』 (kamoshirenai, 'might be') or used alone in questions. Example: 『もしかして雨ですか？』 (moshikashite ame desu ka?, 'Perhaps it's rain?').