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same subject

[/seɪm ˈsʌbdʒɪkt/]
noun phrasepl: same subjects
mesmo assunto
1. A topic, theme, or matter that is identical to one previously mentioned or under discussion
We've already discussed that issue; let's not rehash the same subject again.
Já discutimos esse assunto; vamos não ficar mastigando o mesmo assunto novamente.
2. An identical or equivalent topic in different contexts or conversations
The teacher covered the same subject in both morning and afternoon classes.
O professor cobriu o mesmo assunto nas aulas da manhã e da tarde.
Synonyms
same topicidentical subjectsame mattersame themesame issue
Antonyms
different subjectanother topiccontrasting subjectunrelated matter

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mesmo assunto
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
mesmo assunto
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
mesmo assunto
standard usage
Portugal
mesmo assunto
standard usage, can also use 'o mesmo tópico'

Related Idioms & Phrases

beat a dead horse (discussing the same subject repeatedly)
go round and round in circles (repeating the same subject)
ficar na mesma (stay on the same subject)
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