put forward a topic
[/pʊt ˈfɔrwərd ə ˈtɑpɪk/]
verb phrase
colocar um tópico em discussão / trazer um assunto à tona / propor um tema
1. to introduce or present a subject for discussion, consideration, or debate
During the meeting, Sarah put forward a topic about improving workplace safety.
Durante a reunião, Sarah colocou um tópico em discussão sobre a melhoria da segurança no trabalho.
2. to suggest or propose an idea or subject that needs to be addressed
The committee decided to put forward a topic regarding budget allocation for next year.
O comitê decidiu propor um tema sobre a alocação de orçamento para o próximo ano.
3. to raise or bring attention to a particular issue or matter
He put forward a topic that had been overlooked in previous discussions.
Ele trouxe à tona um assunto que tinha sido negligenciado em discussões anteriores.
In both American and Brazilian professional contexts, 'putting forward a topic' is a standard practice in meetings and formal discussions. In Brazil, it's common in business meetings (reuniões de negócios), academic settings, and democratic deliberations. The phrase reflects a culture of structured dialogue and collaborative problem-solving in organizational environments.
NYC Slang
bring something up / throw out an idea
Related Idioms & Phrases
put something on the table
bring something to the floor
open up a discussion
break the ice with a topic
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