L'hypothèse
Example: L'hypothèse de travail doit être testée rapidement.
Definition
"L'hypothèse" refers to a proposed explanation or assumption made based on limited evidence, intended to be tested through further investigation or experimentation. It is often used to describe a working theory that guides scientific or logical inquiry.
Etymology
The word "l'hypothèse" originates from the Greek term 'hypotithenai,' meaning 'to suppose' or 'to put under.' It entered French through Latin 'hypothesis,' retaining its meaning related to an assumption or premise. Did you know? The concept of 'hypothesis' has been central to scientific method since ancient Greek philosophers like Aristotle.
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"L'hypothèse" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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