theory

US /ˈθɪr.i/
UK /ˈθɪr.i/
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1.

teori, hipotesis

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 scientist proposed a new theory about the origin of the universe.
Saintis itu mencadangkan teori baru tentang asal usul alam semesta.
His theory on human behavior is widely accepted.
Teorinya mengenai tingkah laku manusia diterima secara meluas.
2.

teori, prinsip

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

:
He studied music theory for many years.
Dia belajar teori muzik selama bertahun-tahun.
The course covers both the theory and practice of teaching.
Kursus ini merangkumi kedua-dua teori dan amalan pengajaran.
3.

teori, idea

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

:
My theory is that he's trying to avoid us.
Teori saya ialah dia cuba mengelak kita.
It's just a theory, but it makes sense.
Ia hanya teori, tetapi ia masuk akal.