Teóricamente (en. In theory)

/te.o.ɾi.kaˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adverb

Indicates that something is valid or possible in theory, but not necessarily in practice.

Theoretically, the project should be a success.

Teóricamente, el proyecto debería ser un éxito.

Used to express an assumption or an unproven premise.

Theoretically, we could solve the problem if we had more information.

Teóricamente, podríamos resolver el problema si tuviéramos más información.

Reflects an idea that, although plausible, has not been realized.

Theoretically, the new system is more efficient.

Teóricamente, el nuevo sistema es más eficiente.

It comes from the Greek 'theoría', which refers to the contemplation or study of something.

theoretically speaking

In theoretical terms, not taking practice into account.

teóricamente hablando

theoretically possible

Something that may happen according to a theory, but which may not be feasible in practice.

teóricamente posible

theory

Set of principles or foundations that explain a phenomenon.

teoría

theoretical

Relating to theory or based on it.

teórico

theoreticism

Approach that prioritizes theory over practice.

teoricismo

To speak without committing to action.

When you say that you will theoretically do it, what you are really saying is that you have no intention of doing it.

Cuando dices que teóricamente lo harás, lo que realmente estás diciendo es que no tienes intención de hacerlo.

To make plans that sound good but are improbable.

The project was theoretically brilliant, but totally unfeasible.

El proyecto era teóricamente brillante, pero totalmente inviable.