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March 24, 2026
预测(預測)yùcè(yu4ce4)
预测 (yùcè) means to forecast or predict something, often used in contexts like weather, economics, or future events. It implies making an educated guess based on available data or trends.
Frequency#4061DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, predicting the future is often associated with traditional practices such as astrology or feng shui, showcasing a blend of modern forecasting techniques and ancient beliefs.
Memory Tip
Think of '预测' as predicting the future. The character '预' (yù) looks like a person pointing to a 'future' sign, while '测' (cè) resembles a measuring stick used to gauge or assess something.
Meanings of 预测
yùcè(yu4ce4)
1to forecast
2to predict
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About 预测
预测Simplified
預測Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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预测 (yùcè) vs 预言 (yùyán) — use 预测 for data-driven forecasts, while 预言 implies a prophetic or supernatural prediction.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '预测' as predicting the future. The character '预' (yù) looks like a person pointing to a 'future' sign, while '测' (cè) resembles a measuring stick used to gauge or assess something.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; the first character '预' uses the fourth tone, and the second character '测' also uses the fourth tone. This term is more formal, so it's appropriate for academic or professional contexts rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While '预测' is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 4 words like '天气' (tiānqì - weather) and '分析' (fēnxī - analysis). Focus on understanding how it can be used in various contexts involving forecasting.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, predicting the future is often associated with traditional practices such as astrology or feng shui, showcasing a blend of modern forecasting techniques and ancient beliefs.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 预测 with similar words like 预报 (yùbào - forecast) or 预言 (yùyán - prophecy). For instance, using 预报 in a sentence where 预测 is more appropriate can lead to miscommunication.
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Cultural Notes for 预测
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In Chinese culture, predicting the future is often associated with traditional practices such as astrology or feng shui, showcasing a blend of modern forecasting techniques and ancient beliefs.
Frequently Asked Questions about 预测
预测 (yùcè) specifically refers to predicting or forecasting based on data, while 预想 (yùxiǎng) refers more to imagining or envisioning a situation. 预测 is often based on analysis, whereas 预想 is more subjective.
Yes, 预测 can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is suitable for academic discussions, news articles, and casual conversations when discussing future events or outcomes.
预测 (yùcè) means 'to predict' or 'to forecast'. It is commonly used in contexts related to weather forecasts, economic predictions, or any situation where future events are being anticipated.
To use 预测 in a sentence, you can say, '我预测明天会下雨' (Wǒ yùcè míngtiān huì xià yǔ), which means 'I predict it will rain tomorrow'. The structure typically follows the subject + 预测 + the event or outcome.
You can say '我预测明天会下雨' (Wǒ yùcè míngtiān huì xiàyǔ), meaning 'I predict it will rain tomorrow.'
It's more commonly used in formal settings, particularly in reports or discussions about trends and forecasts.
While both mean to predict, 预测 often refers to forecasts based on data, whereas 预言 (yùyán) is more about prophecy or predictions without empirical basis.
