topical matter

[/ˈtɑːpɪkəl ˈmætər/]
nounpl: topical matters
assunto da atualidade
1. Current or contemporary subject matter; issues, events, or themes that are relevant or significant at the present time
The news program focuses on topical matter that affects viewers' daily lives.
O programa de notícias se concentra em assuntos da atualidade que afetam a vida diária dos telespectadores.
2. Subject material concerning local, national, or international current events and contemporary issues
The comedian's routine was full of topical matter, making jokes about recent political events.
O roteiro do comediante estava repleto de assuntos atuais, com piadas sobre eventos políticos recentes.
In Brazilian media and entertainment, topical matter is highly valued, especially in comedy shows and news programs. Brazilian audiences appreciate humor and commentary that addresses current social and political issues. In Portugal, the term is more formally approached in academic and journalistic settings.
NYC Slang
hot topic
Synonyms / Sinônimos
current eventscontemporary issuescurrent affairstimely subjectnewsworthy content
Antonyms / Antônimos
historical mattertimeless subjectoutdated materialirrelevant content

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
assunto da atualidade
Standard usage for current or contemporary subjects
Brazil - Media/Journalism
pauta atual
Commonly used in journalistic and media contexts
Brazil - Colloquial
assunto em alta
Informal expression meaning trending or hot topic
Portugal
questão atual
Portuguese preference for 'questão' instead of 'assunto' in formal contexts

Related Words

topicalcurrent affairsnewscontemporaneoussubject mattercommentary

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the tip of everyone's tongue
in the news
the talk of the town
trending topic
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