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

📅 Published: September 20, 2025

🧠 Academic & Exam Prep

inferir

verb • /[een-feh-REER]/

to infer

Example:

No se puede inferir una conclusión sin datos completos.

One cannot infer a conclusion without complete data.

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🧠 What does inferir mean?

To infer means to deduce or conclude something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements. It's about reading between the lines and drawing a logical conclusion based on the information available. Think of it like being a detective piecing together clues to solve a mystery!

📚 Extra examples

  • Puedo inferir por tu tono de voz que estás enojado.
    I can infer from your tone of voice that you are angry.
  • Infirí que llegarían tarde cuando no los vi en el autobús.
    I inferred that they would be late when I didn't see them on the bus.
  • Del texto, podemos inferir que el autor apoya la nueva ley.
    From the text, we can infer that the author supports the new law.
  • Aunque no lo dijo directamente, se puede inferir su desaprobación.
    Although they didn't say it directly, their disapproval can be inferred.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to infer' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'to infer' is 'inferir'.
How do you pronounce 'inferir' in Spanish?
It's pronounced een-feh-REER, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'inferir' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'Puedo inferir por tu tono de voz que estás enojado' (I can infer from your tone of voice that you are angry), or 'Infirí que llegarían tarde cuando no los vi en el autobús' (I inferred that they would be late when I didn't see them on the bus).
What is the English translation of 'inferir'?
The English translation of 'inferir' is 'to infer'.
Does 'inferir' change for gender or number?
No, 'inferir' conjugates regularly but doesn't change based on gender or number in its infinitive form. The conjugated forms will change depending on the subject.
Is 'inferir' common in everyday Spanish?
While understood, 'inferir' is more common in formal settings, academic discussions, or literature. In casual conversations, simpler words like 'deducir' (to deduce) or 'suponer' (to suppose) are often used.
Does 'inferir' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'inferir' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It maintains its core meaning of deduction or conclusion.
Is 'inferir' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'inferir' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'inferir' in Spanish?
Inferir is a regular -ir verb. Here's a quick overview of the present tense: yo infiero, tú infieres, él/ella/usted infiere, nosotros/nosotras inferimos, vosotros/vosotras inferís, ellos/ellas/ustedes infieren. For other tenses, you can consult a Spanish verb conjugation resource.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "inferir"

Synonyms: deducir, concluir, suponer
Opposites: declarar, afirmar, expresar

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'inferir' comes from the Latin word 'inferre', which means 'to bring in' or 'to carry into'. This reflects the idea of bringing together different pieces of information to form a conclusion.

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