Meaning and Usage
The noun '추측' means 'guess' or 'conjecture' and is used when someone makes an assumption without full evidence. It often implies uncertainty and is common in both spoken and written Korean.
Common Contexts
'추측' is frequently used in news reports, conversations about unknown facts, or when discussing hypotheses. It can be used formally or informally but tends to appear more in formal or neutral contexts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 추측하다: to guess or conjecture.
- 단순한 추측: a simple guess.
- 근거 없는 추측: a baseless guess.
- 추측만으로: based only on guesses.
These collocations help express the degree of certainty or the basis of the guess.
Usage Tips
When using '추측', speakers often imply that the information is not confirmed and should be treated cautiously. Avoid confusing '추측' with '예측' (prediction), which implies a more informed forecast. '추측' is more about speculation without strong evidence.