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introductory topics

[ɪntrəˈdʌktəri ˈtɑpɪks]
nounpl: introductory topics
tópicos introdutórios
1. Basic subjects or themes presented at the beginning of a course, book, or field of study to provide foundational knowledge
The introductory topics in the biology course cover cell structure and basic genetics.
Os tópicos introdutórios do curso de biologia cobrem estrutura celular e genética básica.
2. Elementary concepts designed to familiarize learners with a subject before advancing to more complex material
We will start with introductory topics before tackling advanced mathematics.
Vamos começar com tópicos introdutórios antes de abordar matemática avançada.
Synonyms
fundamental topicsbasic subjectspreliminary topicsfoundational conceptsstarter material
Antonyms
advanced topicscomplex subjectsspecialized topicsgraduate-level material

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tópicos introdutórios
Standard usage in educational contexts
São Paulo
tópicos introdutórios
Common in academic settings
Portugal
tópicos introdutórios
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

start from the ground up
begin at square one
lay the groundwork
break the ice with a topic
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