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Italian

tema

/ˈtɛ.ma/noun · masculineB1
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Meaning

theme, subject

  • essay, composition (school)
  • thesis
  • stem

In a sentence

Il tema di oggi è il lavoro da casa.

Today's theme is working from home.

Hai già finito il tema per domani?

Have you already finished the essay for tomorrow?

Non capisco il tema di questa parola.

I don't understand the stem of this word.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
temamasculine · singular
temimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Use 'tema' for broad topics (e.g., essay themes). For specific subjects, prefer 'argomento'.
  • Avoid 'tema' for 'stem' in grammar; 'radice' is more common.
  • 'Tema' is masculine: 'il tema', not 'la tema'.

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