Ingles

hypothesize

gb/haɪpˈɑθəsˌaɪz/ us/haɪpˈɑθəsˌaɪz/
C1 Ingles
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1

propose an explanation to test

To guess an explanation and then test it.

Padron ng paggamit: hypothesize that [clause]; hypothesize [something]; hypothesize about [topic]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners often use it for any casual guess; in English it usually suggests a more formal or research-style idea.
Mga kasingkahulugan
propose (More general; can be used outside research contexts.) | postulate (Often more formal; may imply stating as a starting point.) | theorize (Focuses on developing a broader theory, not just a single testable idea.)
Mga kasalungat
demonstrate (Means to show with evidence rather than suggest as a possibility.) | prove (Means to establish as true, not merely propose.)
Mga kolokasyon
hypothesize that |hypothesize a link |hypothesize a relationship |hypothesize a connection |hypothesize a mechanism |hypothesize a cause |hypothesize an explanation |hypothesize a model |hypothesize about origins |hypothesize why
Mga tema
education |science |research |thinking
Mga Halimbawa
  • Researchers hypothesize that the drug works by reducing inflammation.
  • The team hypothesized a connection between air pollution and asthma rates.
  • We hypothesize that customers are leaving because the checkout process is too slow.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • I hypothesize that the plant needs more light.
  • The scientist hypothesized a new explanation.
Pandiwa formal C1 action
2

assume for the sake of argument

To suppose something might be true so you can discuss it.

Padron ng paggamit: hypothesize that [clause]; hypothesize [scenario/case]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Don’t use it to mean “predict” (about the future); it means “suppose” or “suggest as an idea.”
Mga kasingkahulugan
suppose (More common and less formal; often used in everyday speech.) | speculate (Often implies less evidence and more uncertainty.) | assume (Can imply taking something as true; may be stronger than hypothesize.)
Mga kasalungat
know (Means to be certain, not to suppose.) | confirm (Means to verify with evidence.)
Mga kolokasyon
hypothesize a scenario |hypothesize a case |hypothesize an outcome |hypothesize a situation |hypothesize a reason |hypothesize what would happen |hypothesize a possibility |hypothesize an alternative |hypothesize an explanation |hypothesize that this is
Mga tema
thinking |education |communication
Mga Halimbawa
  • If we hypothesize that demand drops by 10%, the project is no longer profitable.
  • You could hypothesize that she missed the meeting because her flight was delayed.
  • Let’s hypothesize a worst-case scenario and plan for it.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
  • Let’s hypothesize that the bus is late.
  • We hypothesize a different result.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
hypothesize
IPA
GB/haɪpˈɑθəsˌaɪz/
US/haɪpˈɑθəsˌaɪz/
Mga pantig at diin
hy - po - thes - ize (4 pantig)
Stress on 2nd syllable (po)
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Verb
  • Base: hypothesize
  • 3rd Person Singular: hypothesizes
  • Present Participle: hypothesizing
  • Past: hypothesized
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Forms
hypothesizes verb hypothesizing verb hypothesized verb
Core family
hypothesis noun B2 hypothetical adjective B2 hypothetically adverb
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