"in theory" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 理论上

Definition

用来描述根据理论、规则或计划应该可行的事情，但现实中可能并不如此。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

“理论上”多用来表达理论与实际的差异，有时带有怀疑语气。常见于正式和非正式场合。不要与“实际上”混淆，后者指现实中发生的情况。

Examples

In theory, anyone can learn to play the piano.

**理论上**，任何人都可以学会弹钢琴。

In theory, the bus should arrive at 8 o'clock.

**理论上**，公交车应该八点到。

In theory, this plan will work.

**理论上**，这个计划会奏效。

In theory, it's a simple solution, but things are never that easy.

**理论上**，这是个简单的解决办法，但事情从来没那么简单。

They say you can get a refund in theory, but it's almost impossible.

他们说**理论上**你可以退款，但几乎不可能。

In theory, more study hours mean higher grades, but real life doesn't always work that way.

**理论上**，学习时间越多，成绩越高，但现实生活中并非总是如此。