What is the Spanish word for "theoretical"?

Learn how to say "theoretical" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

theoretical

Spanish

teórico

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download

Alternative translations of "theoretical"

hipotético

Examples of how to use "theoretical" in Spanish

English
This is just a theoretical possibility.
Spanish
Esta es solo una posibilidad teórica.
English
Her explanation was interesting but purely theoretical.
Spanish
Su explicación fue interesante pero puramente teórica.
English
They discussed a theoretical plan for the school.
Spanish
Discutieron un plan teórico para la escuela.
English
This is a theoretical example for the exam.
Spanish
Este es un ejemplo teórico para el examen.
English
He asked a theoretical question about time travel.
Spanish
Él hizo una pregunta teórica sobre los viajes en el tiempo.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "theoretical" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

Test Yourself with Flashcards

Card 1 of 5
Score: 0/0
Translate to Spanish
This is just a theoretical possibility.

Learn 20,000 Spanish words in context

Master Spanish vocabulary with our scientifically-proven spaced repetition app

Free to download
What is the Spanish word for "theoretical"? | Habladoo