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topic

[/ˈtɒpɪk/]
nounmasculinepl: topics
tópico
1. A subject of discussion, conversation, or writing
The topic of today's meeting is budget allocation.
O tópico da reunião de hoje é alocação de orçamento.
2. A theme or subject matter of a text, speech, or work
Climate change is a controversial topic in politics.
Mudança climática é um tópico controverso na política.
3. A heading or title of a section in a document
Each topic in the outline should have supporting details.
Cada tópico no esboço deve ter detalhes de apoio.
Synonyms
subjectthemeissuematterpoint

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tópico
most common usage
General Brazilian
assunto
alternative, slightly more informal
Portugal
tópico
standard usage
Portugal
tema
alternative, more general

Related Idioms & Phrases

off-topic: not related to the subject being discussed (fora do tópico)
hot topic: a subject that is currently popular or controversial (tópico quente)
on topic: relevant to the current subject (no tópico)
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