expectation; anticipation; forecast
Refers to what one expects or predicts will happen, often in business or social contexts. Can imply a calculated guess.
Market expectations were off, and stock prices fell.
Things went just as he had anticipated.
intention; motive; ulterior motive
Focuses on the purpose or hidden agenda behind an action. Often used when someone's true intentions are questioned.
He must have some ulterior motive for being so kind.
Probe the other party's intentions.
what others think; reputation; public opinion
Concern about how one is viewed by others; often used in phrases like 思惑を気にする.
She worries too much about what others think.
Financial term for speculative trading or investment based on anticipated price movements.
Speculative buying increased and the market soared.
The negotiations proceeded as expected.
His expectations were proven wrong.
She worries about what those around her think.
The investor bought stocks speculatively.
Various countries' motives are entangled in this plan.
思惑 refers to one's calculations or expectations about how things will turn out, while 下心 focuses on a concealed, self-interested intention behind one's behavior.