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free topic
[friː ˈtɒpɪk]
noun
pl: free topics
tema livre
1.
A subject or theme that can be chosen freely without restrictions or predetermined guidelines
The essay assignment allows students to write on a free topic of their choice.
A atribuição de ensaio permite que os alunos escrevam sobre um tema livre de sua escolha.
2.
In educational or professional contexts, an unrestricted discussion or presentation subject
During the seminar, we had a free topic session where anyone could present their ideas.
Durante o seminário, tivemos uma sessão de tema livre onde qualquer pessoa poderia apresentar suas ideias.
Synonyms
open topic
unrestricted subject
choice of subject
elective topic
Antonyms
assigned topic
fixed topic
predetermined subject
mandatory topic
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
tema livre
Most common in educational contexts
Rio de Janeiro
assunto livre
Alternative informal usage
São Paulo
tema de livre escolha
More formal variant in academic settings
Portugal
tema à escolha
Common in Portuguese educational system
Related Idioms & Phrases
open the floor
carte blanche
have free rein
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