理论
A system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained. It is a cornerstone of academic research.
Examples
3 of 5进化论是一个非常著名的理论。
Evolution is a very famous theory.
理论上来说,这个计划是可行的。
Theoretically, this plan is feasible.
我们不能只谈理论,要付诸实践。
We can't just talk theory; we need to put it into practice.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Theory (理) is the reasoning (论) behind the facts.
Quick Quiz
爱因斯坦的相对论是一项伟大的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 理论
Examples
进化论是一个非常著名的理论。
academicEvolution is a very famous theory.
理论上来说,这个计划是可行的。
businessTheoretically, this plan is feasible.
我们不能只谈理论,要付诸实践。
everydayWe can't just talk theory; we need to put it into practice.
学者们正在讨论新的经济理论。
formalScholars are discussing new economic theories.
别跟我讲大理论。
informalDon't give me big theories.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
理论联系实际
integrate theory with practice
一套理论
a set of theories
理论界
theoretical circles
Often Confused With
理论 is a broad system of explanation, while 学说 usually refers to a specific school of thought or doctrine.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in IELTS Reading to describe scientific or sociological frameworks.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use it to mean 'argument', but it refers to a whole system of thought.
Memory Tip
Theory (理) is the reasoning (论) behind the facts.
Word Origin
理 (logic/reason) + 论 (discuss/discourse).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
爱因斯坦的相对论是一项伟大的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 理论
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学术Relating to education and scholarship; or scholarly work.
假说A proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence...
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