Spanish Conversation · Level 29
89 words
Spanish word
teórico
Pronunciation
IPA/teˈoɾiko/
Meaning
- adjectivetheoretical
Example
La explicación es teórica pero todavía útil.
The explanation is theoretical but still useful.
More examples
Su comentario suena teórico, pero es útil para empezar.
His comment sounds theoretical, but it's useful to get started.
Core concept
Abstract framework of ideas.
Common phrases
idea teórica
theoretical idea
explicación teórica
theoretical explanation
Similar words
práctico: Involves practical techniques and step-by-step procedures meant for immediate application.
Definition in Spanish
Que pertenece a la teoría o que explica ideas y principios de forma abstracta, sin centrarse en la práctica.
Word origin
From Greek theōrētikós via Latin theoricus, originally relating to observation and theory and later used for things that belong to or are based on theory.
Usage tips
- Often contrasted with práctico, and the phrase en teoría commonly signals a hypothesis or plan that may not hold in practice.