theoretical

US /ˌθiː.əˈret̬.ə.kəl/
UK /ˌθiː.əˈret̬.ə.kəl/
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1.

theoretisch

concerned with or involving the theory of a subject or area of study rather than its practical application

:
The course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering.
De cursus behandelt zowel theoretische als praktische aspecten van engineering.
His knowledge is purely theoretical; he has no real-world experience.
Zijn kennis is puur theoretisch; hij heeft geen praktijkervaring.
2.

theoretisch

based on or calculated by theory rather than experience or practice

:
The theoretical maximum speed of the car is 200 mph.
De theoretische maximumsnelheid van de auto is 200 mph.
In a theoretical world, this plan would work perfectly.
In een theoretische wereld zou dit plan perfect werken.