NOUN
Theorie/teoˈʁiː/theory; speculation; hypothesis
Theorie is a German noun that means theory, speculation, or hypothesis. It is pronounced /teoˈʁiː/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Theorien".
Definitions
1.coherent system of ideas intended to explain something or provide understanding(science, philosophy, general)
a.scientific or academic model or explanation
Die Relativitätstheorie ist eine der bekanntesten Theorien der Physik.—The theory of relativity is one of the most well-known theories in physics.
b.unproven idea or speculation
Es gibt viele Theorien darüber, warum die Dinosaurier ausgestorben sind.—There are many theories about why the dinosaurs became extinct.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Theorie | die Theorien |
| Genitive | der Theorie | der Theorien |
| Dative | der Theorie | den Theorien |
| Accusative | die Theorie | die Theorien |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Theorie" mean in English?
- "Theorie" means theory, speculation, or hypothesis. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Theorie"?
- "Theorie" is pronounced /teoˈʁiː/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Theorie" der, die, or das?
- "Theorie" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Theorie"?
- The plural of "Theorie" is "Theorien".
- What part of speech is "Theorie"?
- "Theorie" is a noun in German.
