theory
US /ˈθɪr.i/
UK /ˈθɪr.i/
1.
teoria, hipoteza
a supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.
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The scientist proposed a new theory about the origin of the universe.
Naukowiec zaproponował nową teorię na temat pochodzenia wszechświata.
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His theory on human behavior is widely accepted.
Jego teoria na temat ludzkiego zachowania jest powszechnie akceptowana.
2.
teoria, zasady
a set of principles on which the practice of an activity is based.
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He studied music theory for many years.
Studiował teorię muzyki przez wiele lat.
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The course covers both the theory and practice of teaching.
Kurs obejmuje zarówno teorię, jak i praktykę nauczania.
3.
teoria, pomysł
an idea used to account for a situation or justify a course of action.
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My theory is that he's trying to avoid us.
Moja teoria jest taka, że on próbuje nas unikać.
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It's just a theory, but it makes sense.
To tylko teoria, ale ma sens.