How to Pronounce "theories"
word
/ˈθiɝiz/
THEE-ur-eez
/θˈiəɹɪz/
THEE-uh-riz
Definition
Ideas or explanations about how or why something happens, usually based on evidence, study, or reasoning. 'Theories' is the plural form, meaning more than one theory.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈθiɝiz/
British English
/θˈiəɹɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THEE-ur-eez
UK
THEE-uh-riz
Listen in Context
Scientists have many theories about the origin of life.
The teacher explained different theories in class.
There are several theories for how the universe began.
People come up with wild theories to explain strange events.