Meaning

Primary

Assumption

Alternative

Expectation

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

When you imagine something that's somewhat determined, that means you already have some sort of assumption or expectation about it.

想定 usually refers to assumptions made in advance about certain conditions or situations. It’s often used when talking about preparing for or anticipating future events, especially ones where planning might be required, like natural disasters.

Reading

そうてい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 想定通り

    just as expected

    想定外

    beyond expectation

    想定内

    within expectations

Context Sentences

心配いりません。それは想定内です。

Don't worry. That is to be expected.

想定外のことが起きても、落ち着いて行動できるようトレーニングを重ねています。

Even if unexpected things happen, I am training myself to remain calm and act accordingly.

地震を想定した避難訓練を行います。

We will now conduct the disaster drill assuming there is an earthquake.

Kanji Composition