first topic

[fɜːrst ˈtɒpɪk]
noun phrasepl: first topics
primeiro tópico
1. The initial or primary subject of discussion, debate, or study in a conversation, meeting, or presentation
The first topic of the meeting was the quarterly budget review.
O primeiro tópico da reunião foi a revisão do orçamento trimestral.
2. The opening subject matter in a sequence of topics to be addressed
Let's begin with the first topic on the agenda.
Vamos começar com o primeiro tópico da pauta.
3. In academic or formal contexts, the leading item in an outline or list of subjects
The first topic covers the historical background of the theory.
O primeiro tópico aborda o contexto histórico da teoria.
In Brazilian business and academic contexts, the phrase 'primeiro tópico' is commonly used in formal meetings and presentations. The concept reflects a structured approach to discussion typical in corporate environments. In Portugal, 'primeiro tópico' and 'primeiro tema' are used interchangeably, with slight preferences depending on formality level.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
opening topicinitial subjectprimary subjectleading topicmain point
Antonyms / Antônimos
last topicfinal topicclosing topic

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
primeiro tópico
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
primeiro tópico
Standard usage, sometimes abbreviated as 'primeiro assunto'
São Paulo
primeiro tópico / primeiro ponto
Business context often uses 'primeiro ponto' in corporate settings
Portugal
primeiro tópico / primeiro tema
Both are acceptable; 'tema' is equally used in formal contexts

Related Words

agendasubject matterdiscussion pointoutlinediscussionpresentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

start on the first topic
move on from the first topic
stick to the first topic
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