base topic

[beɪs ˈtɒpɪk]
nounpl: base topics
tópico base
1. The main or primary subject of discussion, analysis, or study that serves as the foundation for further exploration or elaboration
The base topic of the conference was climate change and its impact on agriculture.
O tópico base da conferência foi a mudança climática e seu impacto na agricultura.
2. In academic or professional contexts, the fundamental theme upon which related subtopics, arguments, or ideas are built
Before introducing advanced concepts, the professor established the base topic clearly.
Antes de introduzir conceitos avançados, o professor estabeleceu o tópico base com clareza.
3. In information organization or data management, the primary category or subject under which related information is organized
The database structure uses 'healthcare' as a base topic with multiple subtopics branching from it.
A estrutura do banco de dados usa 'saúde' como um tópico base com múltiplos subtópicos derivados dele.
In both Brazilian and American academic and professional environments, 'base topic' is commonly used in educational settings, presentations, and formal discussions to establish clarity and structure. It reflects an organized, hierarchical approach to information sharing that values foundational understanding before exploring complexity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
main topicprimary subjectcentral themefundamental subjectcore topic
Antonyms / Antônimos
subtopicsecondary topictangential subjectminor detail

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tópico base
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
tópico base
Common in business and educational settings
Rio de Janeiro
assunto principal
Alternative, more colloquial form sometimes preferred
Portugal
tópico base
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in formal contexts

Related Words

subject matterthemeoutlinemain ideaframeworkfoundation

Related Idioms & Phrases

sticking to the base topic
returning to base topic
establishing a base topic
diverging from the base topic
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