How to Pronounce Theorems

To pronounce "theorems", say THEOR-ems — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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THEOR-ems

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"theorems" has 2 syllables: theor-ems.

What does theorems mean?

noun

  1. A mathematical statement of some importance that has been proven to be true. Minor theorems are often called propositions. Theorems which are not very interesting in themselves but are an essential part of a bigger theorem's proof are called lemmas.
  2. A mathematical statement that is expected to be true

Synonyms

lemmapropositionstatementconjecture

Related words

formulasresultslemmascorollarieslawspropositionsstatementsclaims

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How many syllables are in "theorems"?▾

"Theorems" has 2 syllables: theor · ems.

What does "theorems" mean?▾

Theorems: A mathematical statement of some importance that has been proven to be true. Minor theorems are often called propositions. Theorems which are not very interesting in themselves but are an essential part of a bigger theorem's proof are called lemmas.

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