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

📅 Published: November 20, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

inferencia

noun • /[een-feh-REN-sya]/

inference

Example:

Haz una inferencia basada en el texto.

Make an inference based on the text.

🧠 What does inferencia mean?

Una inferencia is a conclusion or deduction reached on the basis of evidence, reasoning, and prior knowledge, rather than from explicit statements. It is the process of deriving logical conclusions from premises known or assumed to be true. In contexts like reading comprehension, making an inferencia means understanding what is implied but not directly stated by the author.

📚 Extra examples

  • A partir de las huellas en la nieve, la detective hizo la inferencia de que el sospechoso no estaba solo.
    From the footprints in the snow, the detective made the inference that the suspect was not alone.
  • La capacidad para hacer inferencias lógicas es crucial para el análisis de textos literarios.
    The ability to make logical inferences is crucial for the analysis of literary texts.
  • Los científicos basaron su inferencia en los datos recopilados durante el experimento.
    The scientists based their inference on the data collected during the experiment.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'inferencia' is directly related to the verb 'inferir' (to infer). Both come from the Latin verb 'inferre', which means 'to bring in' or 'to carry into'. This etymology reflects the idea of 'bringing in' evidence or premises to arrive at a new conclusion.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "inferencia"

Synonyms: deducción, conclusión, consecuencia, suposición
Opposites: evidencia directa, hecho explícito, afirmación literal, dato

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'inference' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'inference' is 'inferencia'.
How do you pronounce 'inferencia' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is in-feh-REN-see-ah, with the stress on the third syllable, 'ren'.
How do you use 'inferencia' in a sentence?
Por ejemplo: 'El lector debe hacer una inferencia para comprender el mensaje del autor.' (The reader must make an inference to understand the author's message.)
What is the English translation of 'inferencia'?
The English translation of 'inferencia' is 'inference'.
Does 'inferencia' change for gender or number?
Inferencia is a feminine noun. Its plural form is 'inferencias'. For example, 'hacer varias inferencias' (to make several inferences).
Is 'inferencia' common in everyday Spanish?
It is not very common in casual, everyday conversation. It is primarily used in academic, scientific, legal, and other formal or analytical contexts.
Does 'inferencia' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'inferencia' is a formal term and does not have any common slang meanings or double entendres. Its meaning is consistent and technical.
Is 'inferencia' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'inferencia' are consistent across the Spanish-speaking world. It is a standard academic and formal term everywhere.

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