theoretical
US /ˌθiː.əˈret̬.ə.kəl/
UK /ˌθiː.əˈret̬.ə.kəl/
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理论的
concerned with or involving the theory of a subject or area of study rather than its practical application
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The course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering.
本课程涵盖工程学的理论和实践方面。
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His knowledge is purely theoretical; he has no real-world experience.
他的知识纯粹是理论性的；他没有实际经验。
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理论上的
based on or calculated by theory rather than experience or practice
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The theoretical maximum speed of the car is 200 mph.
该汽车的理论最高时速为200英里。
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In a theoretical world, this plan would work perfectly.
在理论上，这个计划会完美运作。