1. An educated guess based on some knowledge, experience, or evidence rather than pure speculation
Based on my experience in the industry, I'd say that's a qualified guess about next quarter's sales.
Baseado na minha experiência no setor, diria que é um palpite fundamentado sobre as vendas do próximo trimestre.
2. An informed estimate or prediction made by someone with relevant expertise or information
The doctor's qualified guess was that the patient would recover within two weeks.
O palpite fundamentado do médico era que o paciente se recuperaria em duas semanas.