I'd imagine that

USAGE SUMMARY

"I'd imagine that" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is used to express an opinion or thought that something is probably true. For example: "I'd imagine that the weather will be sunny tomorrow."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Sport

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

43 human-written examples

"I'd imagine that most of my classmates at Dartmouth couldn't get in now," says Bill Carpenter, a '62 Dartmouth alumnus.

The New York Times

I'd imagine that tonight there will be some guys talking and getting together and talking about what happened".

The New York Times - Sports

"I'd imagine that would be it now for her for the rest of the year.

The Guardian - Sport

I'd imagine that Vroum Vroum Mag would look a possible for the Mares' Hurdle, and if that's the case, I'd I'd imagine that Annie Power would probably go for the Champion Hurdle.

The Guardian - Sport

"He'll have one more run if he's going to go again and I'd imagine that would be the Dewhurst".

The Guardian - Sport

I'd imagine that Mr Daskalopoulos collects things he likes, but I'd rather doubt that he starts off by saying, "Today I'm going to buy something that subverts abstraction".

Independent

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

16 human-written examples

I'd imagined that was going to be quite a pricey job.

Independent

I couldn't tell you how many times I'd imagined that situation playing out.

The Guardian

I'd imagined that Crosby would want to avoid Politics entirely during our conversation.

Huffington Post

I would imagine that means Twelvetrees is off.

The Guardian - Sport

"Well, I would imagine that's why Sadiq Khan was made head of the anti-Green unit.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "I'd imagine that" to introduce a statement of belief or expectation when you want to sound conversational and less assertive. It's suitable for expressing opinions in both spoken and written contexts.

Common error

While acceptable in many contexts, avoid overusing "I'd imagine that" in highly formal or academic writing. Opt for more direct and assertive phrases to maintain a professional tone.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of the phrase "I'd imagine that" is to act as a hedge, softening the assertion that follows. Ludwig AI confirms this is a correct and usable phrase. It introduces an opinion or supposition, indicating that the speaker is making an educated guess rather than stating a definitive fact.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

58%

Sport

17%

Science

15%

Less common in

Formal & Business

5%

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "I'd imagine that" is a common and grammatically correct phrase used to express a tentative belief or expectation. Ludwig AI validates its correctness and usability. While widely accepted in news, media, and casual conversation, it should be used sparingly in formal writing. Alternatives like "I would assume that" or "I expect that" can be used depending on the context. The phrase functions as a hedge, softening assertions and inviting further discussion.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I would assume that

Replaces "imagine" with "assume", suggesting a slightly stronger level of confidence.

I'd guess that

Uses "guess" instead of "imagine", indicating a less informed opinion.

I expect that

Employs "expect", implying a reasonable basis for the belief.

I suspect that

Substitutes "imagine" with "suspect", hinting at a cautious or wary belief.

It's my understanding that

Indicates the belief is based on information received.

I have a feeling that

Expresses an intuitive sense rather than a reasoned conclusion.

It seems likely that

Presents the belief as a probable outcome.

Chances are that

Highlights the probability of something happening.

I reckon that

Replaces "imagine" with "reckon", offering a more colloquial tone.

My hunch is that

Similar to "I have a feeling", but slightly more formal.

FAQs

How can I use "I'd imagine that" in a sentence?

Use "I'd imagine that" to express a speculative opinion or assumption. For example, "I'd imagine that the restaurant will be busy on Friday night".

What are some alternatives to "I'd imagine that"?

Alternatives include "I would assume that", "I expect that", or "I suspect that", depending on the level of certainty you want to convey.

Is "I'd imagine that" formal or informal?

"I'd imagine that" leans towards the informal side. Use it in casual conversation or less formal writing. In formal contexts, consider more direct or certain phrasing.

What's the difference between "I'd imagine that" and "I think that"?

"I think that" expresses a general thought or opinion, while "I'd imagine that" suggests a speculative or assumed belief, often based on incomplete information.