theme

noun B1 Neutral

Education

Meaning

A theme is the main idea or topic that is discussed or shown in a piece of writing, art, or a conversation.

💡 Don't confuse "theme" with "thème" in French, which has a similar meaning but is pronounced differently.

Example Sentences

The movie did not have a clear theme .

The theme of the party is summer fun this year .

What is the main theme of the story ?

Word in Context

I am working on a school project about a book , and the theme is friendship . My friends and I are choosing pictures and short sentences that show kind acts and trust . We talk each day after class to plan the poster and make sure the ideas are clear . Our teacher says we should use big letters so everyone can read the main idea . If we practice our short talk , we will feel more confident during the presentation .

Common Phrases

central theme recurring theme theme of the story

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