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this subject

[ðɪs ˈsʌbdʒɪkt]
noun phrasepl: these subjects
este assunto
1. the topic or matter being discussed or considered at the present moment
This subject is quite complex and requires careful analysis.
Este assunto é bastante complexo e requer análise cuidadosa.
2. a course or field of study in an educational context
This subject was mandatory for all students.
Este assunto era obrigatório para todos os alunos.
3. the person or entity that is the focus of discussion
We need to return to this subject before the meeting ends.
Precisamos retornar a este assunto antes do fim da reunião.
Synonyms
this topicthis matterthis issuethis theme

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
este assunto
most common usage
São Paulo
este assunto
standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Rio de Janeiro
esse assunto
alternative form using 'esse' instead of 'este'
Portugal
este assunto
standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

drop this subject
change the subject
get back on subject
stay on subject
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