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typical subject

[ˈtɪpɪkəl ˈsʌbdʒɪkt]
noun phrasepl: typical subjects
assunto típico
1. A subject, topic, or person that exemplifies common or characteristic features of its class or category
The nuclear family is a typical subject in sociology textbooks.
A família nuclear é um assunto típico nos livros de sociologia.
2. A common or usual topic of discussion or study
Weather is a typical subject of small talk.
O tempo é um assunto típico de conversa fiada.
3. A representative example or case study
This patient presents a typical subject for the new treatment protocol.
Este paciente apresenta um caso típico para o novo protocolo de tratamento.
Synonyms
common subjectstandard topicrepresentative caseordinary topic
Antonyms
atypical subjectunusual topicexceptional caserare subject

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
assunto típico
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
tema comum
Alternative phrasing commonly used in formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
assunto comum
Colloquial variation
Portugal
assunto típico
Standard usage in Portugal, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

run-of-the-mill
par for the course
nothing special
nothing to write home about
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