Meaning of the word "likely to" in English

What does "likely to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

likely to

US /ˈlaɪkli tuː/
UK /ˈlaɪkli tuː/

Phrase

expected to happen or be true

Example:
It's likely to rain later today.
She's likely to get the promotion.