principal theme
[ˈprɪnsəpəl ˈθiːm]
nounpl: principal themes
tema principal
1. The main or most important subject or idea in a work of art, literature, music, or discussion
The principal theme of the novel is the struggle between good and evil.
O tema principal do romance é a luta entre o bem e o mal.
2. In music, the primary melodic idea that forms the basis of a composition
The composer introduced the principal theme in the opening bars of the symphony.
O compositor introduziu o tema principal nos primeiros compassos da sinfonia.
3. The central or dominant concept in a presentation, speech, or academic work
The principal theme of his dissertation was climate change adaptation.
O tema principal de sua dissertação foi a adaptação às mudanças climáticas.
Related Idioms & Phrases
hit on the principal theme
return to the principal theme
develop the principal theme
state the principal theme
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