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teorica

theoretical

adjective teh-OH-ree-kah Rare
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Origin: From Greek theorikos (of contemplation).

Usage Note

Teorica is the feminine singular form of teorico; as a headword it may also stand alone as a feminine noun meaning 'the theoretical part' (e.g. la teorica della patente — the written/theory section of the driving test). The full adjective set is teorico/teorica/teorici/teoriche. The opposite is pratico (practical).

Examples

"La parte teorica dell'esame è domani."

Natural Translation

The theoretical part of the exam is tomorrow.

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