Posible describes something that can happen or be done under the circumstances.

The idea

The singular posible is the same for both genders; the plural is posibles. Es posible plus an infinitive presents an action.

Examples

  • Es posible cambiar la fecha de la cita.It is possible to change the appointment date.
  • No es posible entrar sin entrada.It is not possible to enter without a ticket.
  • Hay dos soluciones posibles.There are two possible solutions.
  • ¿Es posible pagar con tarjeta?Is it possible to pay by card?
  • Hicimos todo lo posible para ayudar.We did everything possible to help.
  • Viajar mañana es posible si hay plazas.Travelling tomorrow is possible if there are seats.

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Watch out

Possible does not mean certain: a solución posible is one option, not a guaranteed outcome.

Try it yourself

  1. Choose the singular form: Existe una solución ___. (posible / posibles)

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    posible

    Posible agrees with the singular noun solución.

  2. Choose the plural form: Existen varias soluciones ___. (posibles / posible)

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    posibles

    Posibles agrees with the plural noun soluciones.

  3. Choose the adjective that fits the description: Hay plazas y se puede viajar mañana: viajar mañana es ___. (posible / imposible)

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    posible

    Posible fits an available journey; imposible means it cannot happen.

Use it today

Ask whether a payment method is possible and describe two possible solutions.