speculation
US /ˌspek.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌspek.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
1.
spekulasi, dugaan
the forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence
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His disappearance has led to much speculation.
Hilangnya dia telah menyebabkan banyak spekulasi.
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There was widespread speculation that he would resign.
Ada spekulasi luas bahwa dia akan mengundurkan diri.
2.
spekulasi, investasi berisiko
investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss
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He made his fortune through shrewd financial speculation.
Dia menghasilkan kekayaannya melalui spekulasi keuangan yang cerdik.
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The real estate market is prone to periods of intense speculation.
Pasar real estat rentan terhadap periode spekulasi yang intens.