theoretical
adj
1 concerned with the theory of a subject 理论的; 理论上的
a theoretical physicist 理论物理学家
This book is too theoretical; I need a practical guide. 这本书理论性太强,我需要一本实用手册. Cf 参看 practical 1.
2 supposedbut not necessarily true 假设的
Lendl's strength onclay gives him a theoretical advantage. 兰德尔体格健壮,按说他占些优势.
It's nothing serious. I think you've been very fortunate. Have you ever used the hot-cloth-and-frozen-peas treatment?
不要紧。我认为你非常幸运了。你用过热布---冻豌豆疗法吗?
Next, if it is not a story, get an idea of the organization of the book. Read the back cover and the introduction. Look at the pictures and the short texts below them. Turn to the front of the book and look at the contents. This way you can decide whether