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speculate on

/ˈspɛkjʊleɪt ɒn/

/ˈspɛkjəˌleɪt ɑn/

Translations

speculate onverb

speculated on

Past Simple

speculated on

Past Participle

speculating on

Gerund

/ˈspɛkjʊleɪt ɒn/

/ˈspɛkjəˌleɪt ɑn/

spéculer surEmployé pour exprimer une hypothèse ou, en finance, une prise de risque dans l’espoir d’un gain.

The scientists speculated on the possible causes of the sudden climate change.

Les scientifiques ont spéculé sur les causes possibles du changement climatique soudain.

Synonyms

speculate onverb

To form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence.

The scientists speculated on the possible causes of the sudden climate change.

To invest in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Many investors speculated on the stock market, hoping for a quick profit.