This is the 1545th most frequent Japanese word.
予測
Prediction; forecast.
In this sentence, "予測" is used as a noun meaning "forecast" or "prediction." It specifically refers to weather prediction.
天気予測によれば、明日は雨が降る可能性があります。
According to the weather forecast, it's possible that it will rain tomorrow.
Here, "予測" is used as a verb meaning "to predict" or "to foresee." It involves making a judgment about future outcomes.
彼は市場の動向を的確に予測しました。
He accurately predicted the market trends.
In this example, "予測" is used as a noun meaning "prediction." It refers to the act of estimating or predicting earthquakes using technology.