given topic

[ˈɡɪvən ˈtɒpɪk]
noun phrasepl: given topics
tema dado
1. A subject or theme that has been specified, assigned, or presented for discussion, writing, or analysis
The essay must be written on the given topic of climate change.
O ensaio deve ser escrito sobre o tema dado de mudanças climáticas.
2. A predetermined subject matter provided to participants in an academic or professional context
Students were asked to present on any given topic from the list provided.
Os alunos foram solicitados a apresentar sobre qualquer tema dado da lista fornecida.
This phrase is commonly used in educational and professional settings across both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking cultures. In Brazilian schools and universities, 'tema dado' is standard in assignment instructions. The concept emphasizes academic discipline and the ability to focus on assigned material rather than tangential subjects.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
assigned subjectspecified themepredetermined topicestablished subject matter
Antonyms / Antônimos
chosen topicfree topicopen subject

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tema dado
Most common usage in academic contexts
General Brazilian
assunto proposto
Alternative, slightly more formal term
Portugal
tópico dado
Common in Portuguese educational settings
USA
given topic
Standard term in American academic discourse

Related Words

subject matterthemesubjecttopic assignmentprompt

Related Idioms & Phrases

stick to the given topic
stay on topic
address the given topic
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