B2 adjective Neutre

theme

/θiːm/

Describes something that is designed or organized around a specific subject, style, or central idea. It is often used to characterize events, places, or media that maintain a consistent aesthetic or conceptual motif.

Exemples

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1

We are planning a 1920s theme party for my sister's birthday.

We are planning a 1920s theme party for my sister's birthday.

2

The curator organized a theme exhibition focusing on environmental sustainability.

The curator organized a theme exhibition focusing on environmental sustainability.

3

This cafe has a really cool jungle theme vibe with all these plants.

This cafe has a really cool jungle theme vibe with all these plants.

Famille de mots

Nom
theme
Verb
thematize
Adverbe
thematically
Adjectif
thematic
Apparenté
thematics
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Theme Park' like Disneyland; every section is 'laid down' with one specific story or style.

Quiz rapide

The children were thrilled to stay in a pirate-____ hotel room during their vacation.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : theme

Exemples

1

We are planning a 1920s theme party for my sister's birthday.

everyday

We are planning a 1920s theme party for my sister's birthday.

2

The curator organized a theme exhibition focusing on environmental sustainability.

formal

The curator organized a theme exhibition focusing on environmental sustainability.

3

This cafe has a really cool jungle theme vibe with all these plants.

informal

This cafe has a really cool jungle theme vibe with all these plants.

4

The curriculum includes several theme-based modules to integrate different subjects.

academic

The curriculum includes several theme-based modules to integrate different subjects.

5

The hotel chain is launching a new line of theme resorts in the Caribbean.

business

The hotel chain is launching a new line of theme resorts in the Caribbean.

Famille de mots

Nom
theme
Verb
thematize
Adverbe
thematically
Adjectif
thematic
Apparenté
thematics

Collocations courantes

theme park theme park
theme song theme song
theme party theme party
theme restaurant theme restaurant
theme room theme room

Phrases Courantes

variations on a theme

variations on a theme

common theme

common theme

recurring theme

recurring theme

Souvent confondu avec

theme vs topic

A topic is the specific subject being discussed, whereas a theme is the underlying idea or stylistic thread.

theme vs scheme

A scheme is a systematic plan or arrangement, while a theme refers to a decorative or conceptual style.

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Notes d'usage

When used as an adjective, 'theme' is typically a noun adjunct placed directly before another noun (e.g., 'theme park'). In more formal or academic writing, 'thematic' is often preferred.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'thematic' in casual contexts where 'theme' is the standard compound element, such as saying 'thematic park' instead of 'theme park'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Theme Park' like Disneyland; every section is 'laid down' with one specific story or style.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek 'thema,' meaning 'something laid down' or a 'proposition.'

Modèles grammaticaux

used as a noun adjunct before other nouns does not have a comparative or superlative form usually remains singular even when describing plural concepts
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Contexte culturel

Theme parks and themed events are a significant part of Western entertainment culture, emphasizing immersive experiences.

Quiz rapide

The children were thrilled to stay in a pirate-____ hotel room during their vacation.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : theme

Expressions liées

Mots lis

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B2

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brawn

B2

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bray

B2

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brazenly

B2

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brazenness

B2

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B2

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bread

B2

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breadboard

B2

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breadcrumb

B2

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breadfruit

B2

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