Maybe VS May Be - What's the Difference? English Grammar Lesson with QUIZ

What's the difference between MAYBE vs MAY BE and which should you use? Both maybe and may be have similar meanings as they express uncertainty and possibility, however maybe is an adverb. "May be" is a verb phrase. It's very important to learn the difference between these two words/phrases.

"Maybe" is an adverb that expresses uncertainty or possibility. It is used to indicate a lack of certainty about something or to suggest that something is possible.
Examples:
• Maybe we should go to the beach tomorrow.
• I don't know if I can come to your house tonight, but maybe I can if I finish work early.

"May be" is a verb phrase that consists of the modal verb "may" and the verb "be." It implies permission or the possibility of something happening.
Examples:
• He may be late for the meeting.
• Brittany may be getting a promotion at her law firm.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Pronunciation
00:53 - Maybe (Adverb)
01:33 - Perhaps
02:20 - Maybe, Yes, or No
02:50 - May Be (Verb Phrase)
04:36 - Might Be
05:33 - Comparison
07:05 - Quiz Practice
07:50 - Answers

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