guess
Translation
to estimate, to suppose, to predict
Examples
Can you guess my age?
Can you guess my age?
I guess it's going to rain.
I guess it's going to rain.
Guess what I bought today.
Guess what I bought today.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to estimate or suppose (sth.) Can you guess my age?
((that ...)) to suppose (that ...) I guess it's going to rain.
((wh-clause)) to form an opinion about (wh-clause) Guess what I bought today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: estimate, suppose, predict; Antonyms: know, be certain
Etymology
From Middle English 'gessen', likely from Middle Dutch 'gissen' (to guess).
Memory Tips
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