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hipótesis means hypothesis — a common term in Academic & Exam Prep. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 31, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

hipótesis

noun • /[ee-PO-teh-sees]/

hypothesis

Example:

La hipótesis debe ser comprobable.

The hypothesis must be testable.

🧠 What does hipótesis mean?

Una hipótesis is a supposition or a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation. It is a foundational concept in the scientific method, academic research, and formal arguments, representing a testable statement or a provisional conjecture that needs to be either proven or disproven through study and experimentation.

📚 Extra examples

  • La hipótesis del científico fue refutada por los resultados del experimento.
    The scientist's hypothesis was refuted by the experiment's results.
  • Trabajamos con la hipótesis de que el sospechoso actuó solo.
    We are working with the hypothesis that the suspect acted alone.
  • En su tesis, el estudiante debe formular una hipótesis clara y defenderla con argumentos sólidos.
    In their thesis, the student must formulate a clear hypothesis and defend it with solid arguments.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'hipótesis' comes from the Greek 'hypóthesis', meaning 'a placing under' or 'foundation'. This origin reflects its role as the underlying proposition for an argument or scientific inquiry. Also, many Spanish nouns ending in '-sis' that are of Greek origin, like 'tesis', 'crisis', and 'análisis', have the same form for both singular and plural.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "hipótesis"

Synonyms: suposición, conjetura, teoría, postulado, premisa
Opposites: hecho, certeza, evidencia, comprobación, axioma

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'hypothesis' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'hypothesis' is 'hipótesis'.
How do you pronounce 'hipótesis' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is /i.po.te.sis/. The 'h' is silent, and the stress falls on the third-to-last syllable, 'po'.
How do you use 'hipótesis' in a sentence?
It is used to introduce a theory or an unproven idea that requires investigation. For example: 'Nuestra hipótesis es que la sequía afectará la cosecha.' (Our hypothesis is that the drought will affect the harvest.)
What is the English translation of 'hipótesis'?
The English translation of 'hipótesis' is 'hypothesis'.
Does 'hipótesis' change for gender or number?
'Hipótesis' is a feminine noun: 'la hipótesis'. A key detail is that the singular and plural forms are identical: 'la hipótesis' (the hypothesis) and 'las hipótesis' (the hypotheses). The article ('la' or 'las') indicates the number.
Is 'hipótesis' common in everyday Spanish?
While essential in academic, scientific, and formal contexts, it is not very common in casual, everyday conversation. In informal situations, speakers are more likely to use words like 'suposición' (supposition), 'teoría' (theory), or 'idea'.
Does 'hipótesis' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'hipótesis' is a formal, technical term. It does not have any common slang meanings or significant double meanings.
Is 'hipótesis' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning, pronunciation, and usage of 'hipótesis' are consistent across all Spanish-speaking regions. There are no notable differences between its use in Spain and Latin America.

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