Spekulation
speculation
Meaning of Spekulation
das Vermuten über etwas, das nicht sicher bekannt ist
guessing about something that is not known for sure
Pronunciation
Spekulation with English translation
Spekulation usage examples
Über den Preis gibt es nur Spekulation.
There is only speculation about the price.
Alles andere ist reine Spekulation.
Everything else is pure speculation.
Spekulation synonyms
What's the difference between Spekulation, Mutmaßung, Vermutung, Annahme, Theorie, Hypothese, and Wette
An inference based on indirect signs; more formal and cautious than a simple guess.
The closest everyday equivalent to 'speculation' in the sense of 'guess'; neutral and very common.
A neutral assumption or supposition; often used as a basis for further reasoning.
Broader than a guess: it is an explanatory framework or scientific concept, not merely speculation.
A scientific assumption that still needs to be tested; more precise and technical than an everyday guess.
Something that is widely speculated about; the object of speculation, not the speculation itself.
Advanced: broader words
Not a guess, but a bet or wager; connected with risk and winning money or a prize.
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Questions about this word
What does Spekulation mean?
guessing about something that is not known for sure
How do you pronounce Spekulation?
Spekulation is pronounced [ʃpekuˈlatsi̯oːn].
How is Spekulation used in a sentence?
There is only speculation about the price. Translation: Über den Preis gibt es nur Spekulation.
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