topic
A topic is a specific subject that is being discussed, written about, or studied. It serves as the central focus or theme of a conversation, book, or academic paper.
Beispiele
3 von 5What's the topic of today's meeting?
What are we planning to discuss in our meeting today?
The committee addressed several sensitive topics during the hearing.
The group talked about several difficult subjects during the official meeting.
Don't bring up that topic again; it's a bit of a sore spot.
Please don't mention that subject again because it makes me uncomfortable.
Gegenteile
Wortfamilie
Merkhilfe
Think of a 'Top'ic as being at the 'Top' of your notes or the main thing 'on top' of your mind during a talk.
Schnelles Quiz
The _______ of the lecture was the impact of climate change on biodiversity.
Richtig!
Die richtige Antwort ist: topic
Beispiele
What's the topic of today's meeting?
everydayWhat are we planning to discuss in our meeting today?
The committee addressed several sensitive topics during the hearing.
formalThe group talked about several difficult subjects during the official meeting.
Don't bring up that topic again; it's a bit of a sore spot.
informalPlease don't mention that subject again because it makes me uncomfortable.
Choosing a research topic is the first step in writing a thesis.
academicDeciding on a specific subject to study is the beginning of writing a major paper.
We need to stay on topic to finish this presentation on time.
businessWe must keep talking about the main point so we can finish the presentation quickly.
Gegenteile
Wortfamilie
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
change the topic
to start talking about something different
a wide range of topics
a large variety of different subjects
broach a topic
to introduce a difficult or sensitive subject for discussion
Wird oft verwechselt mit
A subject is often a broad field of study (like History), while a topic is a specific area within that field (like the French Revolution).
Nutzungshinweise
The word is widely used in both academic and casual contexts to define the scope of communication. In TOEFL exams, 'topic' often refers to the 'topic sentence' or the 'main idea' of a passage.
Häufige Fehler
Learners sometimes use 'topic' when they mean 'title'. Remember that a title is the name of a work, while the topic is what the work is actually about.
Merkhilfe
Think of a 'Top'ic as being at the 'Top' of your notes or the main thing 'on top' of your mind during a talk.
Wortherkunft
Derived from the Greek word 'topos', which means 'place' or 'location'.
Grammatikmuster
Kultureller Kontext
In many English-speaking cultures, certain topics like money, religion, or politics are considered 'taboo' or inappropriate for small talk.
Schnelles Quiz
The _______ of the lecture was the impact of climate change on biodiversity.
Richtig!
Die richtige Antwort ist: topic
Ähnliche Regeln
Verwandte Redewendungen
Verwandtes Vokabular
Describing a topic, statement, or decision that is open to d...
discussionA conversation or debate about a specific topic where people...
thesisA thesis is a long piece of writing based on original resear...
focusTo give special attention or effort to one particular person...
agendaA list of items to be discussed or acted upon during a meeti...
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analytical
C1Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.
approach
C1A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.
authorize
C1To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.
beneficial
B2Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.
consistent
C2The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.
constitutional
C2Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.
contextual
B2Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.
contract
C1A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.
contractor
C1A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.
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