B2verb 2K

Estimate

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɛstɪmeɪt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈɛstəˌmeɪt//

Meaning of Estimate

To calculate an approximate value or amount.

In simple words: To make an educated guess about a number or amount.

Estimate in a sentence

• Can you estimate the cost of the project?
• It’s difficult to estimate how long it will take.
• They estimate that the population will grow by 10%.
• We need to estimate the time needed for this task.
• I can only estimate the number of attendees at the event.

How to use Estimate

Use 'estimate' in formal and informal contexts when discussing predictions or calculations. Avoid in casual conversations unless talking about numbers.

Grammar pattern

estimate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'a-stimate' as estimating a situation.

Related words

Collocations with Estimate

• estimate the cost
• estimate the time
• estimate the value

Synonyms for Estimate

• approximate
• evaluate
• guess
• judge
• predict

Opposites of Estimate

• calculate
• measure

Common mistakes with Estimate

• Confused with 'assess' which means to evaluate rather than guess.
• Using with the wrong preposition like 'to estimate in' instead of 'to estimate at'.

Frequently asked questions about Estimate

What does Estimate mean?

To make an educated guess about a number or amount.

What is the definition of Estimate?

To calculate an approximate value or amount.

How do you use Estimate in a sentence?

Can you estimate the cost of the project?

Can you give another example of Estimate?

It’s difficult to estimate how long it will take.

What are synonyms for Estimate?

Common alternatives include approximate, evaluate, guess, judge, predict.

What is the opposite of Estimate?

Opposite meanings include calculate, measure.

What words go with Estimate?

It commonly pairs with estimate the cost, estimate the time, estimate the value.

What are common mistakes when using Estimate?

Confused with 'assess' which means to evaluate rather than guess. Using with the wrong preposition like 'to estimate in' instead of 'to estimate at'.

How do you pronounce Estimate?

US: //ˈɛstəˌmeɪt//, UK: //ˈɛstɪmeɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Estimate?

Use 'estimate' in formal and informal contexts when discussing predictions or calculations. Avoid in casual conversations unless talking about numbers.

What CEFR level is Estimate?

"Estimate" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.