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theories

Pronunciation: [θɪəˌriz]

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Learn how to use theories in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “science”

(noun) a theory is an explanation based on many facts and observations. Scientists create theories to help us understand how things work in the world, like gravity or evolution.

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The theory of relativity explains how gravity affects time and space.

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Her idea is not a theory; it's just a guess without any proof.

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What theory do you think explains why the sky is blue?

Context: “ideas”

(noun) a theory can also mean a way of thinking about something or an idea that explains a situation. It's like when someone has a belief about a story or why something happens.

Example

He has a theory about why some animals can see in the dark.

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That theory doesn't make sense; it's too far-fetched.

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Do you have a theory about why it rains on some days?

Context: “education”

(noun) theories are also used in school subjects to explain concepts and principles. In classes like math or literature, teachers share theories to help students understand better.

Example

In math class, we learned different theories about numbers and shapes.

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The theories we discussed today are not part of the regular curriculum.

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Which theories did you study in your science class this week?

How to pronounce theories

Pronunciation: [θɪəˌriz]

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