forecast
/ˈfɔːkɑːst/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈfɔːrkæst/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈfȯr-ˌkast fȯr-ˈkast/ (ame, mw) · /ˈfɔː.kɑːst/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈfɔːr.kæst/ (ame, ipa)
forecast — 名詞
- forecastsingular
- forecastsplural
1. a written or spoken report about what will probably happen in a particular area,
預報；預測
針對天氣、經濟等未來情況所做的判斷說明
a written or spoken report about what will probably happen in a particular area, made by studying the information one has. The word is often used for weather, economic conditions, or business results.
The weather forecast says heavy rain will arrive by Friday evening.
天氣預報說強降雨會在星期五傍晚抵達。
Economic forecasts predict slower growth in the manufacturing sector this year.
經濟預測指出今年製造業的成長將會放緩。
economic forecasts + sector predictions
According to the latest forecast, the storm should reach the coast around midnight.
根據最新預報，暴風雨應該會在午夜前後抵達海岸。
Yuki checked the weekend forecast before planning the hiking trip.
Yuki 在計劃登山行程前查看了週末天氣預報。
The company's sales forecast for the next quarter looks very promising.
該公司下一季的銷售預測看起來相當樂觀。
- prediction
broader; can be used in any context, whether data-based or not
- projection
more technical; based on numerical models and assumptions
- outlook
less specific; describes the general expected situation rather than a detailed statement
- hindsight
understanding of a situation after it has happened, not before
文法句型
forecast + of + noun
adjective + forecast
常見錯誤
forecast — 動詞
- forecasts3rd person singular
- forecasting-ing form
- forecastedpast simple
- forecastpast participle
1. to use available facts and information to describe what will probably happen in
預測；預報
根據資訊說明未來可能發生的事
to use available facts and information to describe what will probably happen in an area such as the weather, the economy, or business. For example, an economist forecasts changes in prices, or a meteorologist forecasts tomorrow's weather.
Economists forecast that inflation will remain low throughout the year.
經濟學家預測今年的通貨膨脹率將維持在低點。
forecast + that-clause for predicted events
The weather bureau forecasts temperatures above 38 degrees for the weekend.
氣象局預報週末氣溫將超過 38 度。
Analysts forecast a sharp increase in housing prices across major cities.
分析師預測主要城市的房價將會大幅上漲。
No one could have forecast how quickly the new technology would spread.
沒有人能預測到這項新技術會傳播得那麼快。
Salma's team forecast a significant drop in production costs next quarter.
Salma 的團隊預測下季度的生產成本將顯著下降。
- predict
more general; can be used for any type of future statement, including personal ones
- project
more technical; based on calculations from existing data
- anticipate
focuses on expecting or preparing for something rather than stating it
文法句型
forecast + that-clause
forecast + noun phrase
passive: be forecast to
用法筆記
The past tense and past participle are usually 'forecast' (not 'forecasted'), though both forms are accepted in less formal use. Subject is often an institution or expert (weather bureau, analysts, economists) rather than an individual acting on casual opinion.
常見錯誤
2. to act as a sign that something, especially something unpleasant or significant,
預示；徵兆
顯示某事（尤指不好的事）即將發生
to act as a sign that something, especially something unpleasant or significant, is likely to happen. Unlike the first sense, there is no person actively analysing data — a situation or natural event itself points toward a future outcome.
The dark clouds gathering over the hills forecast a severe storm before dawn.
山丘上聚集的烏雲預示著破曉前將有一場強烈暴風雨。
inanimate subject + forecast + event — sign / omen meaning
For small shop owners, a sudden drop in monthly sales forecasts serious trouble ahead.
對小商店老闆來說，月銷售額突然下滑往往預示著嚴重的危機。
Many fishermen believe that unusual bird behaviour forecasts a change in the weather.
許多漁民認為鳥類的異常行為預示著天氣的變化。
The growing number of bankruptcies in the area forecasts hard times for local families.
該地區日益增加的破產案件預示著當地家庭將面臨艱困時期。
文法句型
forecast + noun phrase
passive uncommon
用法筆記
Subject is typically an event, situation, or natural phenomenon, not a person. This sense is more common in written or formal English and often carries a slightly ominous or dramatic tone.