What is the Spanish word for "theory"?

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

English

theory

Spanish

teoría

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Examples of how to use "theory" in Spanish

English
His new theory is very controversial.
Spanish
Su nueva teoría es muy controvertida.
English
Her theory explains the strange results.
Spanish
Su teoría explica los resultados extraños.
English
In theory, the plan should work.
Spanish
En teoría, el plan debería funcionar.
English
The teacher discussed the new theory.
Spanish
El profesor discutió la nueva teoría.
English
He questioned the theory during class.
Spanish
Él cuestionó la teoría durante la clase.

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His new theory is very controversial.

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