la incertidumbre
uncertainty
Falta de seguridad o claridad sobre algo que puede pasar o sobre una decisión.
Word: incertidumbre
Language: Spanish
Meaning: The word incertidumbre translates to uncertainty in English. It is a noun that describes the state of being unsure, doubtful, or lacking certainty about something.
Breakdown:
- in- : a prefix meaning "not" or "without."
- certidumbre : certainty, assurance, confidence.
Thus, incertidumbre literally means "without certainty."
Explanation: Incertidumbre refers to situations or feelings where the outcome or truth is unknown or unpredictable. It is often used in contexts like decision making, risk, the future, or knowledge.
Synonyms (in Spanish):
- duda (doubt)
- inseguridad (insecurity)
- indecisión (indecision)
- ambigüedad (ambiguity)
Antonyms (in Spanish):
- certeza (certainty)
- seguridad (security)
- confianza (confidence)
- determinación (determination)
Examples of Use:
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La incertidumbre económica afecta a los inversores.
(Economic uncertainty affects investors.) -
Siento mucha incertidumbre sobre mi futuro.
(I feel a lot of uncertainty about my future.)
Summary:
Incertidumbre is the feeling or state of not having definite knowledge about an event or fact, essentially describing uncertainty or doubt.
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Examples
La incertidumbre del futuro me preocupa a veces.noun
The uncertainty of the future worries me sometimes.
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