Hypothese
Die Hypothese muss noch experimentell überprüft werden.
The hypothesis still needs to be tested experimentally.
A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, used as a starting point for further investigation.
In der Wissenschaft wird eine Hypothese oft durch Experimente bestätigt oder widerlegt.
In science, a hypothesis is often confirmed or refuted through experiments.
In German, 'Hypothese' is often used in academic, scientific, or philosophical contexts.
An assumption or theory that is tentatively accepted to explain certain facts or to provide a basis for reasoning.
Seine Hypothese über die Ursache des Problems erwies sich als richtig.
His hypothesis about the cause of the problem proved to be correct.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Remember the gender
'Hypothese' is a feminine noun in German (die Hypothese). Always use feminine articles and adjectives: 'eine gute Hypothese', 'die neue Hypothese'.
Gold Rule
Use in the right context
'Hypothese' refers to a tentative explanation, not a proven fact. Use 'Theorie' for well-established explanations and 'Tatsache' for confirmed facts.
Word Origin
From Ancient Greek ὑπόθεσις (hupóthesis), meaning 'foundation' or 'proposition', from ὑποτίθημι (hupotíthēmi), 'to place under' or 'to suggest'. The term entered German via Latin 'hypothesis' in the 17th century.
Usage Notes
In German, 'Hypothese' is always feminine (die Hypothese). It is commonly used in academic writing, scientific research, and philosophical discourse. Avoid using it in casual conversation unless discussing academic topics.