VocabJLPT N1
subject
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. subject
  2. 2. theme
The subject matter or theme that serves as the basis for a creative work, such as a novel, film, or artwork. It refers to the material or topic an artist or writer draws upon for inspiration.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Use this photo as your subject and write a tanka," the teacher said.

Sentence 2

The photo on the desk looks like it could be the subject of my next painting.

Sentence 3

What subject do you think would get my boss on board?

Sentence 4

"You can turn this failure into material too," my senior said with a laugh.

Sentence 5

Even the smells from the kitchen end up becoming material for a story.