La teoría
Example: La teoría explica cómo funciona el mundo.
Definition
"La teoría" refers to a well-substantiated explanation or set of principles that aims to explain phenomena, often based on observation, experimentation, and reasoning. In philosophy, "la teoría" explains how the world works by providing a framework for understanding reality.
Etymology
The word "la teoría" comes from the Greek 'theoria,' meaning contemplation or speculation. It entered Spanish through Latin 'theoria,' originally referring to a way of viewing or contemplating something. Did you know? The term evolved to mean a systematic explanation or model, reflecting the intellectual pursuit of understanding.
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"La teoría" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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