Pronóstico (en. Forecast)
/pɾo.nós.ti.ko/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Estimation of what will happen in the future, especially in meteorology.
The weather forecast indicates rain for tomorrow.
El pronóstico del tiempo indica lluvia para mañana.
Analysis performed to foresee events in different contexts, such as economics or health.
The economic forecast for this year is encouraging.
El pronóstico económico para este año es alentador.
Etymology
From the Latin 'pronosticus', which comes from 'prasnosticare', meaning to foresee.
Common Phrases and Expressions
To make a forecast
To make an estimation about a future event.
hacer un pronóstico
To follow the forecast
To pay attention to the projections made about a phenomenon.
seguir el pronóstico
To give a forecast
To communicate a prediction about what is expected to happen.
dar un pronóstico
Related Words
Prediction
Statement about an event that is expected to occur.
predicción
Estimation
Assessment or approximate calculation of something.
estimación
Analysis
Detailed examination of a matter or situation.
análisis
Slang Meanings
Informal prediction about something.
My forecast is that this weekend will be full of surprises.
Mi pronóstico es que este fin de semana estará lleno de sorpresas.
Popular opinion about a future event.
The forecast on the street is that the team will win the championship.
El pronóstico en la calle es que el equipo ganará el campeonato.