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teoría

theory

noun teh-oh-REE-ah Less Common
Mind & Emotions Mental States

Usage Note

Teoría contrasts with práctica: en teoría means 'in theory' and is often used to signal scepticism about whether something works in practice. The adjective teórico (theoretical) and the noun teórico (a theorist) are closely related. Do not confuse with tesis (thesis), which is a specific argued proposition.

Examples

"Su teoría fue rechazada por la comunidad científica."

Natural Translation

His theory was rejected by the scientific community.

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