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known theme

[noʊn θiːm]
nounpl: known themes
tema conhecido
1. A subject, topic, or motif that is recognized, familiar, or previously established
The hero's journey is a known theme in literature.
A jornada do herói é um tema conhecido na literatura.
2. A recurring or recognizable pattern, idea, or element in art, music, or discourse
Environmental degradation has become a known theme in contemporary cinema.
A degradação ambiental tornou-se um tema conhecido no cinema contemporâneo.
3. Something already discussed, established, or understood within a context
Given the known theme of the conference, we can expect discussions on climate change.
Dado o tema conhecido da conferência, podemos esperar discussões sobre mudanças climáticas.
Synonyms
familiar themeestablished themerecognized motifcommon subjectfamiliar subject
Antonyms
unknown themenovel themeunfamiliar themeobscure theme

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tema conhecido
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
tema conhecido
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
tema conhecido
Standard usage
Portugal
tema conhecido
Standard usage; may also use 'tema reconhecido'

Related Idioms & Phrases

beaten to death (overused theme)
old hat (well-known theme)
nothing new under the sun (known theme)
same old same old (recurring known theme)
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