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conventional theme

[kənˈvenʃənəl θiːm]
nounpl: conventional themes
tema convencional
1. A subject, idea, or motif that is widely recognized, accepted, and commonly used in art, literature, music, or discourse
Love and loss are conventional themes in romantic poetry.
O amor e a perda são temas convencionais da poesia romântica.
2. A recurring or traditional subject matter that follows established patterns and expectations
The hero's journey is a conventional theme in fantasy novels.
A jornada do herói é um tema convencional nos romances de fantasia.
Synonyms
traditional themestandard themecommonplace themearchetypal themestock theme
Antonyms
unconventional themeoriginal themeinnovative themenovel themeexperimental theme

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tema convencional
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
tema convencional
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

beat a dead horse (conventional theme overused)
preach to the choir (conventional theme already accepted)
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