theo như
Definition
- Prepositional Phrase:
- According to: Used to introduce information based on what is stated by a specific source, document, or person. It indicates that what follows is a report or an interpretation from that source, not necessarily a personal opinion or established fact.
- As per: A more formal variant meaning in accordance with a specific instruction, document, or rule.
Usage Examples
According to:
- Theo như báo cáo, dự án sẽ hoàn thành vào tháng tới. (According to the report, the project will be completed next month.)
- Theo như lời kể của anh ấy, sự việc đã xảy ra rất nhanh. (According to his account, the incident happened very quickly.)
As per:
- Chúng tôi sẽ tiến hành theo như thỏa thuận. (We will proceed as per the agreement.)
- Hãy làm theo như hướng dẫn. (Please do as per the instructions.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to contrast reported information with reality or other viewpoints.
- Theo như lịch trình, chuyến tàu đã phải đến. Nhưng thực tế nó bị hoãn. (According to the schedule, the train should have arrived. But in reality, it was delayed.)
Variants and Related Words
Theo (preposition): A more general and common word meaning "according to," "following," or "along." It can often be used interchangeably with "theo như" but is less emphatic about the specific source.
- Anh ấy làm theo chỉ dẫn. (He followed the instructions.)
Theo ý kiến của (prepositional phrase): According to the opinion of.
- Theo ý kiến của chuyên gia, đây là phương án tốt nhất. (According to the expert's opinion, this is the best option.)
Synonyms
- According to: As stated or reported by.
- As per: In accordance with; as specified by.
- Pursuant to (formal): In conformance with or following (a law, agreement).
Related Phrases
Theo như tôi biết: As far as I know.
- Theo như tôi biết, cuộc họp đã bị hủy. (As far as I know, the meeting has been canceled.)
Theo như dự đoán: As predicted.
- Theo như dự đoán, trời mưa rất to. (As predicted, it rained heavily.)