theorems

[/ˈθɪərəmz/]
nounpl: theorems
teoremas
1. A statement or proposition that is demonstrated or proved on the basis of previously established theorems or accepted axioms; a rule in mathematics or logic expressed by symbols
The Pythagorean theorem is one of the most famous theorems in mathematics.
O teorema de Pitágoras é um dos teoremas mais famosos da matemática.
2. A general principle or rule that may be proved or is assumed as a basis for reasoning
Central Limit Theorem is a fundamental theorem in probability theory.
O Teorema do Limite Central é um teorema fundamental na teoria da probabilidade.
3. A mathematical statement that can be inferred from other statements that are already known to be true
Students learn various theorems during their calculus course.
Os alunos aprendem vários teoremas durante seu curso de cálculo.
Theorems are central to mathematics education in both Brazil and the USA. In educational contexts, students are expected to memorize key theorems and understand their applications. Famous theorems like Pythagorean Theorem, Fermat's Last Theorem, and Gödel's Incompleteness Theorems are referenced across academic and professional settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
propositionsprinciplesrulesformulas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
teoremas
Standard usage in mathematics and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
teoremas
No regional variation; used in schools and universities
São Paulo
teoremas
Standard academic terminology
Portugal
teoremas
Same usage as in Brazil; no Portuguese-specific variation

Related Words

axiomslemmasproofscorollarieshypothesesmathematical

Related Idioms & Phrases

To prove a theorem - demonstrar um teorema
A famous theorem - um teorema famoso
Theorem of the day - teorema do dia
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