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theoretically

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/θɪəˈrɛtɪkli/ · the-o-ret-i-cal-ly

In a way that is based on theory rather than fact or practical application.

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Meanings

adverbformal

In a way that is based on theory rather than fact or practical application.

ایسے طریقے سے جو نظریے کی بنیاد پر ہو، حقیقت یا عملی اطلاق کے بجائے۔

نظریاتی طور پر

nazariyati tor par

Synonyms

hypothetically speculatively conceptuallyنظریاتیتھیوری کے اعتبار سےمفروضہ کی حیثیت سے

Antonyms

practically realistically actuallyعملی طور پرحقیقت میںدرست

Common Collocations

theoretically possible
theoretically sound
theoretically speaking

Example Sentences

Theoretically, this model should work under ideal conditions.

نظریاتی طور پر، یہ ماڈل مثالی حالات میں کام کرنا چاہیے۔

Nazariyati tor par, yeh model misaali halaat mein kaam karna chahiye.

Theoretically speaking, we can achieve our goals if we follow the right strategy.

نظریاتی طور پر، اگر ہم صحیح حکمت عملی پر عمل کریں تو ہم اپنے مقاصد حاصل کر سکتے ہیں۔

Nazariyati tor par, agar hum sahi hikmat amli par amal karein to hum apne maqasid hasil kar sakte hain.

The results are theoretically sound but require further testing.

نظریاتی طور پر، نتائج درست ہیں لیکن مزید ٹیسٹنگ کی ضرورت ہے۔

Nazariyati tor par, nataij durust hain lekin mazeed testing ki zaroorat hai.

Easily Confused With

theoretic:Theoretically is an adverb describing actions based on theory, while theoretic is an adjective describing something related to theory.

Word Family

theory

nounنظریہ

theoretical

adjectiveنظریاتی

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'theo' as tying together theory and practice.

Imagine a scientist pondering theories on a chalkboard.

✍️ Urdu Poetry

یہ نظریات کا شہر ہے، اس کے سب راز ہیں کھلے، پر عمل کی دنیا میں کب ہیں ہم ٹھہرے؟

Yeh nazariyat ka sheher hai, is ke sab raaz hain khule, Par amal ki duniya mein kab hain hum thehre?

This is a city of theories, all its secrets are open, But when do we stand in the world of action?

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🗣️ Urdu Proverb

نظریہ بنا تو، عمل کرنا بھی ضروری ہے

Nazriya bana to, amal karna bhi zaroori hai

Having a theory is good, but taking action is essential.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Greek "theoria" — contemplation, speculation

First known use: 14th century

The word 'theoretical' has been used in English since the late 14th century, evolving from Greek roots related to contemplation and scientific reasoning.