Also means
likely
Usage Note
Probable triggers the subjunctive when used in the phrase es probable que ('it is likely that'), for example es probable que llueva. It is a false-quantity false friend: the English 'probable' and Spanish probable look identical but Spanish stresses the second syllable. The adverb probablemente likewise takes the subjunctive when it heads a clause expressing uncertainty.
Examples
"Es probable que llegue tarde."
Natural Translation
It is likely that he will arrive late.
Literal Translation
It is probable that he arrives late.
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