1.
probably; I think; I suppose
Expresses conjecture or probability about a situation.
2.
right?; isn't it?
Seeks confirmation or agreement from the listener.
でしょう expresses conjecture or seeks confirmation.
SENSE 1 - Conjecture (falling intonation):
- 明日は晴れるでしょう: It will probably be sunny tomorrow
- 彼は忙しいでしょう: He's probably busy
- 大丈夫でしょう: It'll probably be fine
SENSE 2 - Seeking agreement (rising intonation):
Common patterns
Register
- だろう: plain form (in speech, more typical of men; neutral in writing)
- でしょう: polite form
Similar words
- かもしれない: only a possibility; less certain than でしょう
Related Words
Related:
だろう (plain form)
Related:
かもしれない (might (less certain))
Compare:
ではないか (isn't it?)