🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

scienza pratica

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈʃjɛntsa ˈpratika

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Practical Science/ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈsaɪ.əns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"La scienza pratica è fondamentale per l'innovazione tecnologica."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.

    "Practical science is essential for developing new technologies that improve everyday life."
  2. 2

    A branch of science that focuses on practical applications rather than theoretical concepts.

    "In practical science courses, students engage in hands-on experiments to understand scientific principles."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'practical' originates from the Latin 'practicus', meaning 'fit for action', while 'science' comes from the Latin 'scientia', meaning 'knowledge'. The combination reflects a focus on applied knowledge, evolving from philosophical discussions in ancient Greece to modern educational contexts.

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