Korean

이론
Meaning: theory
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

理
論

Example sentences

His theory was proven through experiments.
이 이론은 아직 구체를 갖추지 못했다.
This theory hasn't taken a concrete form yet.
그 과학자는 새로운 이론을 발표했다.
The scientist announced a new theory.
아인슈타인은 상대성 이론을 발표하여 현대 물리학의 기초를 닦았다.
Einstein laid the foundation for modern physics by publishing the theory of relativity.
그 물리학자는 상대성 이론을 연구하고 있다.
The physicist is researching relativity theory.
아인슈타인은 상대성 이론으로 유명하다.
Einstein is famous for the theory of relativity.

Usage Notes

Refers to a formal set of ideas or principles intended to explain something.

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