In practice Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈpɹæktəs/, /ˈpɹæktɪs
in PRAK-tis
ˈɪn/ /pɹˈæktɪs
in PRAK-tis
Definition
Used to say what really happens, even if something is supposed to be different or in theory is not the case.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used when comparing theory vs reality. Often appears with 'in theory.' Formal to neutral tone. Can refer to rules that aren't followed or ideas that don't work as planned.
Spanish: en la prácticaPortuguese (BR): na práticaPortuguese (PT): na práticaChinese (Simplified): 实际上Chinese (Traditional): 實際上Hindi: व्यवहार मेंArabic: عمليًاBengali: ব্যবহারে - বাস্তবেRussian: на практикеJapanese: 実際にはVietnamese: trên thực tếKorean: 실제로Turkish: pratikteUrdu: عملی طور پرIndonesian: dalam praktiknya - pada kenyataannya
Example Sentences
In practice, the new rules are hard to follow.
basic
The medicine seems safe, but in practice there are some side effects.
basic
In practice, people do not always follow the rules.
basic
In practice, most students finish the test early even though they have more time.
natural
You'd think the system works well, but in practice it's often slow and confusing.
natural
In practice, things rarely go exactly as planned.
natural