How to Pronounce "theory"
word
/ˈθiɝi/
THEE-ree
/θˈiəɹi/
THEE-uh-ree
Definition
A theory is a set of ideas that explains why or how something happens. It can also mean an idea that is not yet proven, or the general principles of a subject rather than its practical use.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈθiɝi/
British English
/θˈiəɹi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THEE-ree
UK
THEE-uh-ree
Listen in Context
His theory about the moon was interesting.
We studied music theory in class today.
That theory is not proven yet.
I have a theory about why the wifi keeps dropping.