확실한 근거 없이 어떤 주제에 대해 이론을 세우거나 추측하다.
To form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence.
예문:
"Journalists began to speculate on the reasons for the CEO's sudden resignation."
"It is useless to speculate about what might have happened if we had taken a different path."
어떤 주제에 대해 깊이 생각하거나 사색하다.
To meditate on or ponder a subject deeply.
예문:
"The philosopher spent years speculating on the nature of human consciousness."
"Ancient scholars would often speculate upon the origins of the universe."
이익을 기대하며 손실의 위험을 무릅쓰고 주식, 부동산 등에 투자하다.
To invest in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.
예문:
"Many people lost their savings by speculating in the volatile cryptocurrency market."
"He made a fortune speculating on land prices before the new highway was built."