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theory

/ˈθɪəri/

/ˈθiːəri/

theorynoun

theories

/ˈθɪəri/

/ˈθiːəri/

Translations

théorieSens scientifique ou explicatif.

The theory of relativity revolutionized our understanding of space and time.

La théorie de la relativité a révolutionné notre compréhension de l’espace et du temps.

théorieEnsemble de principes sur lesquels repose une discipline ou une pratique.

Students must study theory before they can apply it in practice.

Les étudiants doivent étudier la théorie avant de pouvoir l’appliquer dans la pratique.

Additional translations

hypothèseDans le sens d’idée explicative ou de supposition.

Definitions

A supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.

The theory of relativity revolutionized our understanding of space and time.

A set of principles on which the practice of an activity is based.

In music theory, students learn about the structure and elements of music.

An idea used to account for a situation or justify a course of action.

Her theory was that the missing keys were somewhere in the house.

Synonyms

theoryadjective

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Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "a theory class").

Translations

théoriqueEmploi attributif.

All first-year students must take a theory course before the laboratory sessions.

Tous les étudiants de première année doivent suivre un cours théorique avant les séances de laboratoire.

Definitions

Relating to theoretical knowledge or principles rather than practical application (used attributively).

All first-year students must take a theory course before the laboratory sessions.