予測(よそく)

よそく
noun
prediction, forecast
1. prediction, forecast
A statement about what will happen in the future, typically based on analysis or data.
地震(じしん)を予測(よそく)するのは難(むずか)しい。
It's difficult to predict earthquakes.
専門家(せんもんか)の予測(よそく)によると、経済(けいざい)は回復(かいふく)する。
According to experts' forecasts, the economy will recover.
予測(よそく)が当(あ)たった。
The prediction came true.
予測が当たる = prediction proves correct

USAGE: 予測(よそく) is often used in technical, scientific, or analytical contexts. It implies a more systematic or data-based prediction compared to 予想(よそう).

COMMON PATTERNS:

  • 予測(よそく)する (to predict, forecast)
  • 予測(よそく)が当(あ)たる (prediction proves correct)
  • 予測(よそく)が外(はず)れる (prediction proves wrong)
  • 予測(よそく)不能(ふのう) (unpredictable)

CONTRAST:

  • 予想(よそう) - expectation (general, informal)
  • 予測(よそく) - prediction (analytical, technical)
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Added 2026.1.13 1:07 · Revised 2026.1.19 21:17
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