1. A recurring or characteristic subject or topic that is representative of a particular genre, period, author, or culture
The typical theme of romantic novels is the struggle between duty and love.
O tema típico dos romances românticos é a luta entre o dever e o amor.
2. A conventional or standard idea or motif that appears regularly in artistic or literary works
Good versus evil is a typical theme in fantasy literature.
O bem contra o mal é um tema típico na literatura de fantasia.