예측

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Meaning and Usage

"예측" means "prediction" or "forecast," often used in contexts like weather, economy, or behavior. It refers to estimating or anticipating future events based on available information.

Common Collocations

  • 예측하다: to predict or forecast.
  • 예측 불가능하다: to be unpredictable.
  • 예측 결과: prediction result.

Register and Nuance

"예측" is a formal noun commonly used in written and spoken Korean, especially in news, reports, and academic contexts. It is more formal than casual words like "맞히다" (to guess correctly).

Learner Tips

Avoid confusing "예측" with "예감" (a hunch or feeling). "예측" is based on analysis or data, while "예감" is more intuitive. Use "예측" when you want to express a reasoned forecast.

Example Sentences

기상청은 내일 비가 올 것이라고 예측했다.

Gisangcheong-eun naeil biga ol geosirago yecheukhada.

The meteorological agency predicted that it will rain tomorrow.

경제 전문가들은 올해 경제 성장률을 3%로 예측하고 있다.

Gyeongje jeonmunga-deul-eun olhae gyeongje seongjangryul-eul 3%ro yecheukhago itda.

Economic experts are predicting a 3% economic growth rate this year.

그의 반응을 미리 예측하기는 어렵다.

Geuui baneung-eul miri yecheukhagineun eoryeopda.

It is difficult to predict his reaction in advance.