noun
theta
THEE-tuh
Theta (noun) means a letter of the Greek alphabet (Θ, θ), also used in mathematics and science to represent an angle or variable. Example: “In the equation, theta represents the angle of rotation.”
noun
1
A letter of the Greek alphabet (Θ, θ), also used in mathematics and science to represent an angle or variable.
"In the equation, theta represents the angle of rotation."
2
In finance, a measure of how quickly an option's value decreases as it approaches its expiration date.
"Traders watch theta closely as an option nears expiry."
How to use theta
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Greek letter often used as a symbol for an angle in maths and physics, or "time decay" in finance.
Common pairings
theta angle
theta decay
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Word forms
- Plural
- thetas
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In the equation, _____ represents the angle of rotation.
Etymology
From Greek theta, the eighth letter of the modern Greek alphabet.
Rhymes for theta
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What does “theta” mean?
The word “theta” means a letter of the Greek alphabet (Θ, θ), also used in mathematics and science to represent an angle or variable. In plain terms, a Greek letter often used as a symbol for an angle in maths and physics, or "time decay" in finance.
How do you pronounce “theta”?
“Theta” is pronounced THEE-tuh (/ˈθeɪtə/ in IPA).
How do you use “theta” in a sentence?
Here is “theta” used in a sentence: “In the equation, theta represents the angle of rotation.”
What part of speech is “theta”?
“Theta” is a noun.
Where does the word “theta” come from?
The word “theta” comes from Greek. From Greek theta, the eighth letter of the modern Greek alphabet.
How many meanings does “theta” have?
“Theta” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a letter of the Greek alphabet (Θ, θ), also used in mathematics and science to represent an angle or variable.
