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Éventuellement, adv : might, may, potentially, possibly, if need be, or even.

The French word « éventuellement » looks almost exactly like the English word “eventually.”

The most common meaning of “eventually” in English is “that an action will occur at a later time.”

In French, « éventuellement » can mean might, may, potentially, possibly, if need be, or even.

Mon frère viendra éventuellement donner un coup de main si besoin.
My brother might come and lend a hand if needed.

Je pense que ce document pourrait éventuellement m’être utile.
I think this document could potentially be of use to me.

Vous pouvez éventuellement prendre ma voiture.
You can even take my car. / You can take my car if need be.