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VocabJLPT N1

theme

Noun

Definitions

1. subject
2. theme

This noun refers to the main theme or subject of a work such as a piece of music, a film, or an essay. It is a formal term often used in academic and artistic discussions, similar in meaning to "central topic" or "main motif."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He laughed and said "the subject is a secret" — which was pretty suspicious.

Sentence 2

"The subject is safety first," said the site supervisor.

Sentence 3

What on earth is this song even about?

Sentence 4

In the coastal town, I learned that the festival's theme was "renewal."

Sentence 5

He did say "the theme is loneliness," didn't he?