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hipótesis

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解説 hipótesis in your Level:

At the A1 level, you can think of 'hipótesis' as a fancy word for a 'guess' or an 'idea' that someone has about why something is happening. Even though it is a long word, you might hear it in school or on simple news programs. The most important thing to remember at this level is that it is 'la hipótesis' (feminine). You can use it simply: 'Mi hipótesis es que...' (My guess is that...). It is a good word to learn early because it shows you are thinking logically. Don't worry about the scientific method yet; just use it when you want to say you have an idea that isn't a fact yet. For example, if you see clouds, your 'hipótesis' is that it will rain soon. It's a fun way to use a 'big' word in simple sentences.

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At the A2 level, you should start using 'hipótesis' in more structured ways. You can use it to talk about your opinions or simple predictions. You should notice that the word doesn't change when it's plural: 'una hipótesis' and 'dos hipótesis'. This is a bit unusual, so it's a good rule to practice. You might use it in a sentence like: 'Tengo una hipótesis sobre por qué el gato no quiere comer.' (I have a hypothesis about why the cat doesn't want to eat). At this level, you can also start pairing it with simple adjectives like 'buena' or 'mala'. Remember that because the word is feminine, the adjective must end in 'a'. It's a great word for basic storytelling or explaining your thoughts to others in a slightly more formal way than using 'creo que'.

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At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'hipótesis' in its more traditional, logical sense. You should be able to discuss 'hipótesis' in the context of your studies, your work, or current events. This is the level where you start using verbs like 'plantear' (to pose) or 'confirmar' (to confirm) instead of just 'tener' (to have). You should understand the difference between a 'hipótesis' and a 'hecho' (fact). For example: 'No podemos confirmar la hipótesis todavía porque necesitamos más datos.' (We cannot confirm the hypothesis yet because we need more data). You should also be comfortable using the word in the plural and ensuring all your articles and adjectives agree. This word is very common in B1 level reading materials, especially those dealing with science, history, or society.

At the B2 level, you should use 'hipótesis' with precision and in more complex grammatical structures. You should be familiar with the concept of a 'hipótesis de trabajo' (working hypothesis) and be able to use the word in the subjunctive mood to discuss hypothetical situations. For example: 'Si la hipótesis fuera cierta, los resultados serían diferentes.' (If the hypothesis were true, the results would be different). You should also be able to use a wider range of verbs, such as 'refutar' (to refute), 'descartar' (to discard), or 'validar' (to validate). At this level, you should also be aware of the word's role in academic writing and be able to use it to structure an argument in an essay or a formal presentation. You are no longer just 'guessing'; you are 'formulating propositions' for investigation.

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At the C1 level, 'hipótesis' becomes a tool for nuanced intellectual discourse. You should be able to discuss the philosophical implications of a hypothesis and use it in highly formal contexts. You should be familiar with related terms like 'conjetura', 'premisa', and 'postulado', and know exactly when to use 'hipótesis' instead of them. You should be able to follow complex scientific or legal arguments where multiple 'hipótesis' are being weighed against each other. For instance, you might analyze the 'hipótesis de la relatividad' or 'hipótesis económicas'. Your use of the word should be fluid, and you should be able to use idiomatic expressions like 'en el terreno de la hipótesis' to indicate speculation. At this level, you are expected to use the word with the same ease and precision as a native speaker in a professional or academic environment.

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At the C2 level, you possess a masterly command of the word 'hipótesis' and its place within the broader framework of logic, science, and linguistics. You can engage in deep debates about the 'falsificabilidad de una hipótesis' (falsifiability of a hypothesis) as proposed by philosophers like Karl Popper. You understand how 'hipótesis' functions in specialized fields, such as 'la hipótesis del continuo' in mathematics or 'la hipótesis de Sapir-Whorf' in linguistics. You can use the word in highly sophisticated rhetorical structures, perhaps using it ironically or to carefully hedge an argument in a doctoral thesis or a high-level policy document. Your understanding includes the historical evolution of the term from Greek philosophy to modern statistical significance testing (the null hypothesis or 'hipótesis nula'). At this level, the word is not just a vocabulary item, but a fundamental concept you can manipulate with absolute precision.

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A feminine noun meaning 'hypothesis' or 'testable guess'. It is essential in scientific, academic, and logical contexts to describe unproven starting points.
The word is an 'esdrújula' (accent on the third-to-last syllable) and its plural form remains 'hipótesis', distinguished only by the article 'las'.
Commonly paired with verbs like 'plantear', 'formular', and 'refutar'. It implies a more rigorous and logical approach than a simple 'suposición'.
Used across various domains including criminal investigations, business strategy (validating ideas), and academic research (theses and formal studies).

The word hipótesis is a fundamental pillar of both scientific inquiry and everyday logical reasoning. At its core, a hypothesis is an unproven statement or a 'best guess' that serves as a starting point for further investigation. Unlike a simple guess, however, a Spanish hipótesis is usually based on some level of prior observation or data. It is the bridge between 'I wonder why this happens' and 'I have proven why this happens.' In Spanish-speaking academic and professional circles, you will encounter this word constantly when discussing research projects, business strategies, or even solving a mystery in a detective novel. It implies a level of intellectual rigor; you aren't just imagining things, you are constructing a framework that can be tested against reality.

Scientific Context: In a laboratory or academic paper, the hipótesis is the specific, testable prediction. For example, 'If we increase the temperature, the reaction will speed up.' This is the 'hipótesis de trabajo' (working hypothesis).
Everyday Logic: In daily life, if your car won't start, you might say, 'Mi hipótesis es que la batería está muerta.' You are using the word to elevate your suspicion to a logical proposition that you intend to check.

Los científicos están trabajando bajo la hipótesis de que el nuevo virus se transmite por el aire.

The word is feminine (la hipótesis) and is an esdrújula word, meaning the stress is on the third-to-last syllable. This gives it a rhythmic, intellectual sound. When people use it, they are often signaling that they are in a 'testing' phase. It is not a fact (hecho) yet, and it is not quite a theory (teoría) which is usually a more established framework. It is the humble but essential beginning of all discovery. Whether you are a student in a chemistry class or a detective looking for a motive, the hipótesis is your primary tool for navigating the unknown.

No podemos descartar ninguna hipótesis hasta que tengamos más pruebas.

Formal Register: In formal debates, you might hear 'Partimos de la hipótesis de que...', which means 'We are starting from the assumption that...'

Historically, the term comes from Greek, meaning 'placing under' or 'foundation.' This helps visualize the word: it is the foundation upon which you build your argument. If the foundation is weak or proven false, the whole structure of your argument must change. This is why scientists try to 'falsear' (falsify) a hypothesis. If a hipótesis survives rigorous testing, it might eventually contribute to a teoría. In business, 'validar la hipótesis' is a common phrase used when testing a new product idea with real customers to see if the market actually wants it.

Es solo una hipótesis, pero explicaría por qué las ventas han bajado tanto este mes.

Using hipótesis correctly involves pairing it with the right verbs and adjectives to convey the stage of your investigation. Since it is a feminine noun, all accompanying adjectives must agree in gender. We often 'formulate,' 'test,' 'confirm,' or 'discard' hypotheses. Each of these actions uses specific Spanish verbs that you should master to sound natural and professional. For instance, you don't just 'make' a hypothesis; you planteas or formulas one.

Common Verbs: Plantear (to pose), Formular (to formulate), Verificar (to verify), Refutar (to disprove), Confirmar (to confirm), Descartar (to discard).

El investigador decidió plantear una hipótesis alternativa tras los resultados negativos.

When describing the nature of the hypothesis, you might use adjectives like arriesgada (risky), nula (null - used in statistics), verosímil (plausible), or descabellada (crazy/absurd). In a professional setting, sticking to hipótesis de trabajo is very common. This refers to a temporary assumption made to guide research. Another important structure is using the preposition 'sobre.' You have a 'hipótesis sobre' something. For example, 'una hipótesis sobre el origen del universo.'

Manejamos la hipótesis de que el mercado se recuperará en el tercer trimestre.

In more complex sentences, you might see the word used in the 'if/then' logic of the subjunctive mood. For example: 'Si nuestra hipótesis fuera cierta, observaríamos un cambio en los niveles de presión.' This shows how the word naturally fits into hypothetical reasoning. It is also common to see it in the passive voice in academic writing: 'Se ha formulado una nueva hipótesis para explicar el fenómeno.' This depersonalizes the statement, making it sound more objective and scientific.

Todas las hipótesis planteadas hasta ahora han resultado ser falsas.

Adjective Agreement: Correct: La hipótesis es buena. Incorrect: El hipótesis es bueno.

Finally, consider the phrase 'en el terreno de la hipótesis,' which means 'in the realm of speculation.' When a journalist says, 'Estamos todavía en el terreno de la hipótesis,' they are warning the audience that what they are about to say is not yet a confirmed fact. This is a very useful phrase for avoiding liability or being overly assertive when you aren't 100% sure about your information. It adds a layer of professional caution to your Spanish.

While hipótesis might sound like a word reserved for people in white lab coats, it is actually quite prevalent in various sectors of Spanish-speaking society. If you watch the evening news (el telediario), you will hear it frequently in the context of criminal investigations. Police spokespeople often discuss the 'principales hipótesis' they are following regarding a crime. In this context, it functions much like the English word 'leads' or 'theories of the case.'

La policía baraja varias hipótesis sobre el robo, incluyendo la ayuda de un empleado interno.

In the business world, especially within the 'Startup' culture of cities like Madrid, Barcelona, or Mexico City, the term is used in the context of 'Lean Startup' methodologies. Entrepreneurs talk about 'validar hipótesis de negocio' (validating business hypotheses). This means testing whether customers will actually pay for a service before building the whole thing. If you work in marketing or data analysis, you will hear about 'hipótesis de conversión'—assumptions about what makes a user click a button or buy a product.

En mi clase de economía, tuvimos que defender nuestra hipótesis ante un panel de expertos.

You will also hear it in documentaries about history or science. Narrators often say, 'Una de las hipótesis más aceptadas es que...' to introduce a widely held belief about why the Mayans disappeared or how the pyramids were built. It provides a way to discuss the past without claiming absolute certainty. In political commentary, analysts use hipótesis to project potential outcomes of elections: 'Bajo la hipótesis de una alta participación, el partido X podría ganar.'

Legal Field: Lawyers use 'hipótesis de conflicto' to describe potential legal disputes that might arise from a contract.

Interestingly, even in casual conversations among friends, someone might say 'Es una hipótesis muy loca, pero ¿y si...?' (It's a crazy hypothesis, but what if...?). This shows how the word has moved from the laboratory into the general lexicon as a way to introduce creative or speculative ideas. It sounds more intelligent and structured than just saying 'suposición' (supposition) or 'idea'. Using hipótesis gives your speculation a sense of logical weight.

The most frequent mistake learners make with hipótesis is related to its gender. Many English speakers assume that words ending in '-is' might be masculine, or they simply forget the rule. However, hipótesis is strictly feminine. You must say la hipótesis and las hipótesis. Using 'el' or 'los' is a dead giveaway that you are still mastering the basics of Spanish noun gender. This error often cascades into adjective agreement errors, such as saying 'un hipótesis falso' instead of 'una hipótesis falsa.'

Gender Trap: Wrong: El hipótesis. Right: La hipótesis. Remember that most words of Greek origin ending in -is are feminine (like crisis, tesis, sintaxis).

Muchos estudiantes dicen 'el hipótesis', pero lo correcto es siempre femenino.

Another common pitfall is the plural form. In English, we change 'hypothesis' to 'hypotheses.' In Spanish, the word itself does not change. There is no such word as 'hipótesises' or 'hipóteses.' The change is reflected entirely in the article and the accompanying adjectives. This is a common feature of Greek-derived words ending in an unstressed '-is'. If you try to pluralize it like a standard Spanish noun ending in a consonant, you will sound incorrect.

Confusion between hipótesis and teoría is also prevalent. While often used interchangeably in casual English, in Spanish (especially in academic contexts), they are distinct. A hipótesis is an unproven starting point, while a teoría is a well-substantiated explanation. Using teoría when you mean hipótesis can make you sound like you are overstating the evidence. Conversely, calling a well-established scientific theory a 'hipótesis' can sound dismissive or ignorant of the scientific method.

Es un error común confundir una hipótesis con una teoría ya comprobada.

Accentuation: The accent on 'hipótesis' is mandatory. Words ending in 's' usually have the stress on the penultimate syllable. Since this word is stressed on the antepenultimate, it must have a written accent mark.

Finally, watch out for the verb 'hacer' (to make). While you can 'hacer una hipótesis,' it is much more common and professional to use 'formular' or 'plantear.' Using 'hacer' is not technically 'wrong,' but it sounds slightly childish or overly simplistic in a professional or academic setting. Aim for the more precise verbs to elevate your level of Spanish from intermediate to advanced.

To truly master the concept of hipótesis, you should understand the words that surround it. There are several synonyms and related terms that can help you vary your vocabulary and be more precise in different contexts. For example, when you are less formal, you might use suposición or conjetura. These words carry less scientific weight but convey a similar meaning of 'guessing based on some info.'

Suposición vs. Hipótesis: Suposición is more general and can be based on nothing at all. Hipótesis implies a more structured, logical attempt to explain something.
Conjetura: This word is often used in literature or formal debates. It suggests a conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information.

Su conjetura sobre el final del libro resultó ser totalmente errónea.

In a more academic or legal setting, you might encounter premisa. A premise is a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion is drawn. While a hypothesis is something you are trying to prove, a premise is often something you take for granted to start your argument. Another related term is postulado, which is a statement that is accepted without proof as a basis for reasoning, common in mathematics and philosophy.

La premisa mayor de su argumento es que todos los hombres son iguales.

For the opposite of a hypothesis, you might look at hecho (fact) or evidencia (evidence). A hypothesis is what you have before you have the facts. In a debate, if someone presents a hypothesis as a fact, you might counter with: 'Eso no es un hecho, es solo una hipótesis.' (That's not a fact, it's just a hypothesis). This is a powerful way to challenge someone's logic in Spanish.

Teoría: A theory is the next step. It is a hypothesis that has been tested and confirmed multiple times, becoming a widely accepted explanation.

Finally, the word presunción is used in legal contexts, such as 'presunción de inocencia' (presumption of innocence). While similar to a hypothesis, a presumption is a legal requirement to treat someone a certain way until proven otherwise. Understanding these nuances—from the casual 'suposición' to the scientific 'hipótesis' and the legal 'presunción'—will make your Spanish much more sophisticated and accurate.

How Formal Is It?

豆知識

The word entered Spanish through Latin, but it has kept its Greek roots almost perfectly. Because it is a 'cultismo' (a word borrowed from classical languages for academic use), it follows specific stress rules that require the accent mark on the 'o'.

発音ガイド

UK /iˈpotesis/

US /iˈpotesis/

ANTEPENULTIMATE (Esdrújula). The stress is on the 'pó'.

韻が合う語

tesis síntesis paréntesis antítesis prótesis diéresis exégesis metástasis

よくある間違い

Pronouncing the 'h' (it should be silent).
Stressing the last syllable (hipote-SIS) or the second to last (hipo-TE-sis).
Forgetting the accent mark when writing.
Pronouncing the 't' like the English 't' with a puff of air (it should be soft).
Changing the word in the plural (e.g., saying 'hipótesises').

難易度

読解 3/5

The word is easy to recognize because it is a cognate, but it appears in complex academic texts.

ライティング 4/5

The accent mark and the silent 'h' make it tricky for beginners to spell correctly.

スピーキング 3/5

Pronunciation is straightforward once you master the silent 'h' and the correct stress.

リスニング 2/5

Usually pronounced clearly in formal contexts, making it easy to identify.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

Idea Pregunta Ciencia Verdad Creer

次に学ぶ

Teoría Evidencia Método Análisis Conclusión

上級

Epistemología Falsabilidad Empirismo Axioma Silogismo

知っておくべき文法

Nouns ending in -is (Greek origin)

La crisis, la tesis, la hipótesis. All are feminine and don't change in plural.

The silent 'H'

Hipótesis, huevo, hablar. The 'h' is never pronounced in Spanish.

Accentuation of 'Esdrújulas'

Hipótesis, pájaro, teléfono. Words stressed on the 3rd to last syllable always have an accent.

Adjective agreement with feminine nouns

La hipótesis es buena. Las hipótesis son claras.

Use of 'de que' with nouns

La hipótesis de que el mundo es redondo. (Not 'la hipótesis que').

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Mi hipótesis es que va a llover.

My hypothesis is that it is going to rain.

Simple use of 'mi' with the feminine noun 'hipótesis'.

Es una buena hipótesis.

It is a good hypothesis.

Adjective 'buena' agrees with the feminine noun.

¿Cuál es tu hipótesis?

What is your hypothesis?

Using the interrogative 'cuál'.

La hipótesis es simple.

The hypothesis is simple.

Article 'la' is used for feminine nouns.

No tengo una hipótesis.

I don't have a hypothesis.

Negative sentence with 'no'.

Su hipótesis es interesante.

His/Her hypothesis is interesting.

Possessive 'su' and adjective 'interesante'.

Esa hipótesis es falsa.

That hypothesis is false.

Demonstrative 'esa' and adjective 'falsa'.

Tengo dos hipótesis.

I have two hypotheses.

The word 'hipótesis' does not change in the plural.

Estamos probando una nueva hipótesis.

We are testing a new hypothesis.

Present continuous 'estamos probando'.

Las hipótesis de los niños son divertidas.

The children's hypotheses are funny.

Plural article 'las' and plural adjective 'divertidas'.

Él escribió su hipótesis en el cuaderno.

He wrote his hypothesis in the notebook.

Preterite tense 'escribió'.

No es una hipótesis, es un hecho.

It's not a hypothesis, it's a fact.

Contrast between 'hipótesis' and 'hecho'.

Queremos verificar esta hipótesis mañana.

We want to verify this hypothesis tomorrow.

Infinitive 'verificar' after 'queremos'.

La hipótesis explica por qué el sol brilla.

The hypothesis explains why the sun shines.

Verb 'explicar' in the third person singular.

Ellas tienen una hipótesis muy arriesgada.

They have a very risky hypothesis.

Adjective 'arriesgada' agreeing with feminine noun.

¿Puedes repetir tu hipótesis, por favor?

Can you repeat your hypothesis, please?

Polite request with 'puedes'.

El científico planteó una hipótesis revolucionaria.

The scientist posed a revolutionary hypothesis.

Use of the formal verb 'plantear'.

Es necesario confirmar la hipótesis con experimentos.

It is necessary to confirm the hypothesis with experiments.

Impersonal expression 'es necesario'.

La policía maneja la hipótesis de un accidente.

The police are working with the hypothesis of an accident.

Idiomatic use of 'manejar' meaning 'to work with'.

Tras los resultados, descartamos la hipótesis inicial.

After the results, we discarded the initial hypothesis.

Verb 'descartar' in the preterite.

Esta hipótesis se basa en estudios previos.

This hypothesis is based on previous studies.

Reflexive verb 'basarse en'.

Debemos formular una hipótesis antes de empezar.

We must formulate a hypothesis before starting.

Modal verb 'deber' followed by 'formular'.

Su hipótesis sobre el clima fue muy acertada.

His hypothesis about the weather was very accurate.

Adjective 'acertada' meaning 'accurate' or 'correct'.

Existen varias hipótesis para este fenómeno.

There are several hypotheses for this phenomenon.

Verb 'existir' in the plural.

Si la hipótesis fuera válida, ya tendríamos pruebas.

If the hypothesis were valid, we would already have proof.

Second conditional with imperfect subjunctive 'fuera' and conditional 'tendríamos'.

El investigador refutó la hipótesis con datos sólidos.

The researcher refuted the hypothesis with solid data.

Strong verb 'refutar'.

Partimos de la hipótesis de que el mercado es estable.

We start from the hypothesis that the market is stable.

Phrase 'partir de la hipótesis de que'.

La hipótesis nula fue rechazada en el análisis estadístico.

The null hypothesis was rejected in the statistical analysis.

Technical term 'hipótesis nula' and passive voice.

No hay evidencia suficiente para sustentar esta hipótesis.

There is not enough evidence to support this hypothesis.

Verb 'sustentar' meaning 'to support' or 'to sustain'.

Es una hipótesis verosímil, pero difícil de demostrar.

It is a plausible hypothesis, but difficult to prove.

Adjective 'verosímil' meaning 'plausible' or 'believable'.

La tesis doctoral se centra en una sola hipótesis.

The doctoral thesis focuses on a single hypothesis.

Reflexive verb 'centrarse en'.

Han surgido nuevas hipótesis tras el descubrimiento.

New hypotheses have emerged after the discovery.

Present perfect 'han surgido'.

La validez de esta hipótesis está supeditada a nuevos hallazgos.

The validity of this hypothesis is dependent on new findings.

Advanced verb 'supeditar' meaning 'to be dependent on'.

Estamos todavía en el terreno de la hipótesis pura.

We are still in the realm of pure hypothesis.

Idiomatic phrase 'en el terreno de'.

La hipótesis de Sapir-Whorf postula que el lenguaje moldea el pensamiento.

The Sapir-Whorf hypothesis postulates that language shapes thought.

Academic context and the verb 'postular'.

Es imperativo falsear la hipótesis para avanzar en la investigación.

It is imperative to falsify the hypothesis to advance the research.

Philosophical term 'falsear' (falsify).

Su argumentación carece de una hipótesis clara y concisa.

His argumentation lacks a clear and concise hypothesis.

Verb 'carecer de' meaning 'to lack'.

La hipótesis subyacente es que el ser humano es egoísta por naturaleza.

The underlying hypothesis is that human beings are selfish by nature.

Adjective 'subyacente' meaning 'underlying'.

Se planteó una hipótesis ad hoc para salvar la teoría.

An ad hoc hypothesis was proposed to save the theory.

Latinism 'ad hoc' used in academic Spanish.

La robustez de la hipótesis fue puesta a prueba por sus pares.

The robustness of the hypothesis was tested by their peers.

Noun 'robustez' and passive 'fue puesta a prueba'.

La hipótesis de Riemann sigue siendo uno de los mayores enigmas matemáticos.

The Riemann hypothesis remains one of the greatest mathematical enigmas.

Highly specialized mathematical context.

Cualquier hipótesis epistemológica debe considerar la subjetividad del observador.

Any epistemological hypothesis must consider the subjectivity of the observer.

Philosophical adjective 'epistemológica'.

La proliferación de hipótesis sin base empírica desvirtúa el debate científico.

The proliferation of hypotheses without an empirical basis distorts the scientific debate.

Verb 'desvirtuar' meaning 'to distort' or 'to devalue'.

Se colige de su discurso una hipótesis velada sobre la corrupción sistémica.

A veiled hypothesis about systemic corruption can be inferred from his speech.

Formal verb 'coligirse' meaning 'to be inferred'.

La hipótesis del 'gen egoísta' revolucionó la biología evolutiva en su momento.

The 'selfish gene' hypothesis revolutionized evolutionary biology at the time.

Historical scientific reference.

No es sino una hipótesis de trabajo, sujeta a revisión constante.

It is but a working hypothesis, subject to constant revision.

Literary structure 'no es sino'.

La asunción de dicha hipótesis conlleva implicaciones éticas profundas.

The assumption of said hypothesis entails deep ethical implications.

Verb 'conllevar' meaning 'to entail' or 'to involve'.

La hipótesis de la panspermia sugiere que la vida llegó a la Tierra desde el espacio.

The panspermia hypothesis suggests that life came to Earth from space.

Specialized scientific term 'panspermia'.

よく使う組み合わせ

Hipótesis de trabajo

Plantear una hipótesis

Confirmar una hipótesis

Refutar una hipótesis

Hipótesis nula

Bajo la hipótesis

Hipótesis alternativa

Validar una hipótesis

Descartar una hipótesis

Formular una hipótesis

よく使うフレーズ

En el terreno de la hipótesis

— To be in the realm of speculation or unproven ideas. Used to avoid stating something as a fact.

Estamos todavía en el terreno de la hipótesis, no hay nada seguro.

Partir de una hipótesis

— To use a hypothesis as a starting point for an argument or study. Essential for structuring logic.

Partimos de la hipótesis de que la educación reduce la pobreza.

Manejar una hipótesis

— To work with or consider a specific hypothesis. Common in police and investigative contexts.

La fiscalía maneja la hipótesis de un fraude fiscal masivo.

Sustentar una hipótesis

— To provide evidence or arguments that support a hypothesis. Used in academic writing.

No hay suficientes datos para sustentar esta hipótesis.

Hipótesis descabellada

— A crazy or absurd hypothesis. Used when an idea seems very unlikely or irrational.

Me parece una hipótesis descabellada, no tiene sentido.

Hipótesis verosímil

— A plausible or believable hypothesis. Used when an idea sounds like it could actually be true.

Es la hipótesis más verosímil que hemos escuchado hasta ahora.

Una mera hipótesis

— Just a hypothesis, nothing more. Used to downplay the importance or certainty of an idea.

Lo que dices es una mera hipótesis sin fundamento.

Contrastar la hipótesis

— To compare the hypothesis with real-world data to see if it holds up. A key step in research.

Es el momento de contrastar la hipótesis con los resultados del campo.

Hipótesis previa

— A previous or prior hypothesis. Used when referring to an idea that was held before new data arrived.

Nuestra hipótesis previa resultó ser incorrecta.

Hipótesis central

— The main or central hypothesis of a study or book. The core idea being tested.

La hipótesis central del libro es que el clima afecta la historia.

よく混同される語

hipótesis vs Teoría

A theory is proven; a hypothesis is a starting guess.

hipótesis vs Tesis

A thesis is a long document or a final position; a hypothesis is an initial prediction.

hipótesis vs Pronóstico

A forecast is about the future (like weather); a hypothesis is about explaining a phenomenon.

慣用句と表現

"Hacer castillos en el aire"

— This idiom means to build castles in the air or to have unrealistic hypotheses about the future. While not using the word 'hipótesis', it is the informal, imaginative counterpart.

Deja de hacer castillos en el aire y enfócate en la realidad.

Informal

"Hablar por hablar"

— To talk for the sake of talking, often making baseless hypotheses without evidence.

No le hagas caso, está hablando por hablar.

Informal

"Hilvanar una hipótesis"

— Literally 'to baste' (as in sewing) a hypothesis. It means to carefully piece together a logical guess.

El detective empezó a hilvanar una hipótesis sobre el sospechoso.

Literary/Formal

"Irse por las ramas"

— To beat around the bush, often creating many irrelevant hypotheses instead of getting to the point.

No te vayas por las ramas y dime tu hipótesis principal.

Informal

"Poner la mano en el fuego"

— To put one's hand in the fire for something. Used when someone is so sure of their 'hipótesis' that they would risk themselves.

Pongo la mano en el fuego por mi hipótesis: él es inocente.

Informal/Neutral

"Atar cabos"

— To tie up loose ends. This is the process of connecting data to form a solid hypothesis.

Después de hablar con ella, empecé a atar cabos y formulé una hipótesis.

Neutral

"Dar palos de ciego"

— To strike out blindly. Used when someone is making random hypotheses without any logical basis.

La investigación está dando palos de ciego sin una hipótesis clara.

Informal

"Estar en ascuas"

— To be on pins and needles, often while waiting for a hypothesis to be confirmed or rejected.

Estamos en ascuas esperando los resultados de la hipótesis.

Informal

"Sacar conclusiones precipitadas"

— To jump to conclusions, or to turn a weak hypothesis into a fact too quickly.

No saques conclusiones precipitadas, es solo una hipótesis.

Neutral

"Ver visiones"

— To see things that aren't there. Used when a hypothesis is based on pure imagination rather than reality.

Tu hipótesis es absurda, ¡estás viendo visiones!

Informal

間違えやすい

hipótesis vs Síntesis

Both end in -is and are used in academic writing.

A synthesis is a summary or combination of ideas; a hypothesis is a prediction.

Hice una síntesis del libro, no una hipótesis.

hipótesis vs Antítesis

Similar sound and Greek root.

An antithesis is the direct opposite of something; a hypothesis is a guess.

Su comportamiento es la antítesis de su hipótesis sobre la bondad.

hipótesis vs Paréntesis

Similar ending and structure.

A parenthesis is a punctuation mark or an aside; a hypothesis is a logical statement.

Abre un paréntesis para explicar tu hipótesis.

hipótesis vs Prótesis

Rhyming ending.

A prosthesis is an artificial body part; a hypothesis is a mental construct.

Necesita una prótesis, no una hipótesis médica.

hipótesis vs Diéresis

Both are academic terms with accents.

A dieresis is the dots over a 'ü'; a hypothesis is an idea.

La palabra 'pingüino' lleva diéresis, no tiene nada que ver con una hipótesis.

文型パターン

Mi hipótesis es [sustantivo/frase].

Mi hipótesis es el tráfico.

Tengo una hipótesis sobre [tema].

Tengo una hipótesis sobre la música.

Planteamos la hipótesis de que [verbo].

Planteamos la hipótesis de que el agua está fría.

Si la hipótesis fuera cierta, [condicional].

Si la hipótesis fuera cierta, ganaríamos el premio.

Partiendo de la hipótesis de que [subjunivo/indicativo]...

Partiendo de la hipótesis de que la economía mejore...

La hipótesis subyacente sugiere que...

La hipótesis subyacente sugiere que hay un error.

Se colige de los datos una hipótesis relativa a...

Se colige de los datos una hipótesis relativa al origen.

Cualquier hipótesis que pretenda ser científica debe...

Cualquier hipótesis que pretenda ser científica debe ser falsable.

語族

名詞

Hipótesis (Hypothesis)

Hipotetización (Hypothesizing - rare)

Hipostatización (Hypostatization - philosophical)

動詞

Hipotetizar (To hypothesize)

Plantear (To pose/propose)

Formular (To formulate)

形容詞

Hipotético (Hypothetical)

Hipotética (Hypothetical - feminine)

使い方

frequency

It is a high-frequency word in news, education, and professional environments, but medium-frequency in casual street talk.

よくある間違い

El hipótesis → La hipótesis
The word is feminine. Using 'el' is a gender error.
Las hipótesises → Las hipótesis
The word does not change in the plural. Adding -es is incorrect.
Hipotesis (without accent) → Hipótesis
All esdrújula words must have a written accent mark.
Hacer una hipótesis (in formal writing) → Formular una hipótesis
'Hacer' is too simple for academic or professional Spanish.
La hipótesis que... → La hipótesis de que...
When followed by a clause, you must use 'de que' (dequeísmo/queísmo rule).

ヒント

Always Feminine

Never use 'el' with hipótesis. It is a common mistake because many scientific words in English feel 'neutral', but in Spanish, this one is strictly feminine.

The Silent H

Don't forget the 'h' at the start. Even though you don't hear it, it's essential for correct spelling and shows you know the Greek roots.

Use Precision Verbs

Instead of 'decir una hipótesis', try 'plantear una hipótesis'. It will immediately make your Spanish sound more advanced and professional.

Plural Rule

Remember that words ending in -is of Greek origin don't change in the plural. This applies to crisis, tesis, and hipótesis.

Stress the PO

The accent mark is there for a reason. Make the 'pó' sound louder and longer than the other syllables.

Hypothesis vs Fact

In a debate, use 'Es solo una hipótesis' to gently point out that someone hasn't proven their point yet.

Validating Ideas

In a business context, use 'validar la hipótesis' when talking about testing a product with customers.

Police Hypotheses

When reading mysteries or watching news, look for 'barajar hipótesis', which means 'to consider several possibilities'.

If/Then Structures

Pair 'hipótesis' with the subjunctive (si fuera...) to talk about things that might be true but aren't proven.

The Greek Connection

Associate 'hipótesis' with 'tesis' and 'síntesis'. They all behave the same way grammatically.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of a 'HIP' (hip) 'POT' (pot) full of 'THESIS' (thesis). You haven't cooked the meal yet; it's just a hypothesis of what the soup will taste like!

視覚的連想

Imagine a scientist standing on a wooden 'foundation' (hypo-thesis) that is floating on water. They are trying to see if the foundation is strong enough to build a house on.

Word Web

Ciencia Pregunta Investigación Duda Lógica Experimento Resultado Verdad

チャレンジ

Try to write three 'hipótesis' about what will happen in the next episode of your favorite TV show using the phrase 'Mi hipótesis es que...'

語源

The word comes from the Ancient Greek word 'hypóthesis' (ὑπόθεσις). It is composed of the prefix 'hypo-' meaning 'under' and 'thesis' meaning 'placing' or 'proposition'.

元の意味： Literally 'a placing under' or 'foundation'. It referred to the base or foundation of an argument or a mathematical proof.

Indo-European (via Greek and Latin).

文化的な背景

There are no major sensitivities, but be careful not to sound overly 'pedantic' by using the word too often in very casual social settings like a bar or a party.

In English, we often say 'I have a theory' when we actually mean 'I have a hypothesis'. Spanish speakers do this too, but in formal Spanish, the distinction is kept more strictly than in casual English.

La Hipótesis de Riemann (The Riemann Hypothesis) - a famous unsolved math problem. La Hipótesis de Gaia (The Gaia Hypothesis) - about Earth as a self-regulating system. Hipótesis sobre el nombre de España (Hypotheses about the name of Spain) - various theories about the word 'Hispania'.

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実際の使用場面

Laboratorio de Ciencias

Formular una hipótesis
Probar la hipótesis
Resultados de la hipótesis
Rechazar la hipótesis

Investigación Policial

La hipótesis del robo
Manejar varias hipótesis
Descartar una hipótesis
Hipótesis principal

Reunión de Negocios

Hipótesis de mercado
Validar la hipótesis
Hipótesis de crecimiento
Partir de la hipótesis

Clase de Filosofía

Hipótesis metafísica
Plantear una hipótesis
Crítica a la hipótesis
Premisa e hipótesis

Conversación sobre el Clima

Mi hipótesis es que lloverá
Hipótesis sobre el calor
Confirmar la hipótesis
Mera hipótesis

会話のきっかけ

"¿Cuál es tu hipótesis sobre el final de la serie que estamos viendo?"

"Si tuvieras que plantear una hipótesis sobre el futuro de la tecnología, ¿cuál sería?"

"¿Crees que la hipótesis del cambio climático es la más urgente hoy en día?"

"En tu trabajo, ¿suelen validar hipótesis antes de lanzar un nuevo producto?"

"¿Qué hipótesis tienes sobre por qué el español es tan popular en todo el mundo?"

日記のテーマ

Escribe sobre una hipótesis que tenías de niño y que resultó ser falsa cuando creciste.

Describe un problema que tengas actualmente y plantea tres hipótesis diferentes para resolverlo.

¿Qué hipótesis formularías para explicar por qué algunas personas aprenden idiomas más rápido que otras?

Investiga una hipótesis científica famosa y explica por qué te parece interesante o importante.

Escribe un diálogo entre dos detectives que están discutiendo diferentes hipótesis sobre un misterio.

よくある質問

10 問

Es siempre 'la hipótesis'. Es un sustantivo femenino. Por ejemplo: 'La hipótesis es interesante'.

Se dice 'las hipótesis'. La palabra no cambia en plural, solo cambia el artículo de 'la' a 'las'.

Lleva tilde porque es una palabra esdrújula. En español, todas las palabras esdrújulas (acentuadas en la antepenúltima sílaba) siempre llevan tilde.

Una hipótesis suele ser más formal y científica, basada en alguna evidencia. Una suposición puede ser un simple presentimiento sin base lógica.

Sí, se puede, pero en contextos formales es mejor usar verbos como 'formular', 'plantear' o 'proponer'.

Es un término estadístico que asume que no hay relación entre dos fenómenos. Los científicos intentan rechazarla para probar su hipótesis alternativa.

No, la 'h' en español es siempre muda. Se empieza a pronunciar desde la 'i': /i-pó-te-sis/.

Sí, es muy común en la policía (hipótesis de un crimen) y en los negocios (hipótesis de ventas).

En el habla informal sí, pero en un examen o trabajo académico debes distinguirlas: la hipótesis es el inicio, la teoría es el resultado comprobado.

Sí, existe y es correcto, aunque a veces se prefiere la perífrasis 'formular una hipótesis'.

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