Meaning
theoretical
- based on theory, not practice
- relating to ideas or principles
In a sentence
Il corso è molto teorico e poco pratico.
The course is very theoretical and not very practical.
L'esame teorico è difficile per te?
Is the theory exam difficult for you?
Non voglio solo spiegazioni teoriche.
I don't want only theoretical explanations.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| teorico | masculine · singular |
| teorica | feminine · singular |
| teorici | masculine · plural |
| teoriche | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Opposite of pratico when contrasting study and real use.
- Often used with corso, lezione, parte: parte teorica.
- Agrees in gender and number: teorico, teorica, teorici, teoriche.