1. A component, feature, or item that is shared or present in multiple things; something that appears in or belongs to more than one group, category, or set
Humor is a common element in all their films.
O humor é um elemento comum em todos os seus filmes.
2. In mathematics and logic, an item that belongs to multiple sets or groups
The number 3 is a common element of both sets A and B.
O número 3 é um elemento comum dos conjuntos A e B.
3. A shared characteristic or trait found across different instances or examples
There is a common element of mystery throughout the novel.
Existe um elemento comum de mistério ao longo do romance.