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I have question about the choice of "of" and "on" here:

  1. We don't have an estimate of the cost of the repairs.
  2. We don't have an estimate on the cost of the repairs.

A search of the web shows that both "an estimate of" and "an estimate on" are used. What do native speakers think?

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    estimate for is also possible! However, in a different case!
    – Maulik V
    Commented Sep 29, 2015 at 4:46

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In this case, I feel that estimate of is better. However, it would flow smoother if you said something like "We don't have an estimate of how much the repairs will cost". Estimate of refers to a general amount.

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  • So, "estimate on" is not good?
    – meatie
    Commented Sep 29, 2015 at 5:30
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    @meatie Native speakers would not use estimate on. I hope this helps. Please +1 if you don't mind and my answers works for you.
    – RudyK
    Commented Oct 2, 2015 at 5:28
  • So, would this be wrong? "Although no one has ventured to put an estimate on the tax loss, military personnel on active duty will get a one-time tax break in exchange for putting up with the one-time shift in pay dates."
    – meatie
    Commented Oct 2, 2015 at 19:51
  • I am not necessarily saying it is wrong. The article uses formal language, which uses a different style of wording than conversation.
    – RudyK
    Commented Oct 3, 2015 at 1:57

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