i'm more likely

USAGE SUMMARY

"I'm more likely" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
You can use it to express your opinion or to suggest how you think something may turn out: For example, "I'm more likely to be successful if I work hard and get plenty of rest."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

59 human-written examples

I'm more likely to pop into a shop like HMV because you would always just come across something a bit different".

The Guardian - Business

And I'm more likely to be felled by a heart attack, just like my boomer buddies, than by Parkinson's.

The New Yorker

Andrew Motion I don't have a regular giveaway book: I'm more likely to give something I happen to have read recently and liked.

The Guardian - Books

I'm more likely to be watching them".

The Guardian - Film

I'm more likely to cry from happiness.

The Guardian - Music

Now I'm more likely to bang on the wall".

The Guardian

I'm more likely to sacrifice my body positioning to get at her stick".

The New York Times - Sports

"We joke that I'm more likely to see him in the neighborhood," he said.

The New York Times - Tech

"I'm more likely to respond through WhatsApp than I am to respond to email.

The Guardian - Tech

"Speaking of offending people," he said, "I think I'm more likely to offend true Sinatra fans".

The New York Times - Books

I'm more likely to be angered by the insidious misogynistic subtext in a romantic comedy.

The Guardian - Film

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When comparing probabilities, follow "i'm more likely" with "than" to clearly establish the basis of comparison. For example: "I'm more likely to stay home than go out tonight."

Common error

Avoid using "i'm more likely" as a direct adjective. For example, instead of saying "I'm more likely successful", say "I'm more likely to be successful".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "i'm more likely" functions as a comparative statement expressing a subjective probability or inclination. It indicates that one outcome is perceived as having a higher chance of occurring than another. This is supported by Ludwig and the examples provided.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

85%

Formal & Business

5%

Wiki

3%

Less common in

Science

2%

Reference

0%

Social Media

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "i'm more likely" is a very common and grammatically correct phrase used to express a personal belief or expectation about the probability of an event. According to Ludwig, it serves to convey subjective likelihood. Predominantly found in news and media sources, the phrase maintains a neutral register making it suitable for both formal and informal communication. Remember to clarify the comparison with 'than' and avoid using 'likely' as a direct adjective. As demonstrated by the example sentences, "i'm more likely" is a versatile phrase for expressing personal opinions and predictions across diverse contexts.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

i tend to

Indicates a habitual or frequent action, similar to being more likely.

i am apt to

Similar to "inclined to" but can also imply a natural talent or skill.

i am inclined to

Replaces "more likely" with a direct statement of inclination or tendency.

i'm disposed to

Suggests a natural tendency or preference.

i am prone to

Suggests a susceptibility or vulnerability to something, similar to increased likelihood.

chances are i will

Uses a common idiom to express a high probability of something occurring.

i would expect to

Expresses an anticipation or expectation of something happening.

it is probable that i will

Replaces the personal phrasing with a more objective statement of probability.

i anticipate that i will

A more formal way of expressing anticipation and likelihood.

i'm expected to

Indicates an external expectation, rather than an internal inclination.

FAQs

How can I use "i'm more likely" in a sentence?

Use "i'm more likely" to express that you believe one outcome is more probable than another. For instance, "I'm more likely to stay home tonight than go to a party".

What phrases are similar to "i'm more likely"?

You can use alternatives like "i am inclined to", "i tend to", or "chances are i will" depending on the nuance you want to convey.

Is it correct to say "i'm likely" instead of "i'm more likely"?

While "i'm likely" is grammatically correct, "i'm more likely" implies a comparison. Use "i'm likely" when stating a general probability, and "i'm more likely" when comparing two or more possibilities.

What's the difference between "i'm more likely" and "i'm expected to"?

"I'm more likely" expresses a personal belief about probability, while "i'm expected to" indicates an external obligation or expectation. The first is subjective, the second is based on external pressure or arrangement.