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    Referring to a theme or subject with 主题 (zhǔtí)

    Topic & Focus

    Structure

    以 + Noun + 为 + 主题 / Modifier + 主题

    Explanation

    The noun 主题 (zhǔtí) means "theme," "subject," or "topic" and refers to the central idea or focus of a discussion, work, or event. It is commonly used in academic, artistic, and everyday contexts when identifying what something is about.

    Examples

    • 今天会议的主题是如何提高工作效率。

      Jīntiān huìyì de zhǔtí shì rúhé tígāo gōngzuò xiàolǜ.

      The topic of today's meeting is how to improve work efficiency.

    • 这部电影的主题是关于亲情和成长的。

      Zhè bù diànyǐng de zhǔtí shì guānyú qīnqíng hé chéngzhǎng de.

      The theme of this movie is about family love and growing up.

    • 他的演讲紧扣主题,内容非常精彩。

      Tā de yǎnjiǎng jǐnkòu zhǔtí, nèiróng fēicháng jīngcǎi.

      His speech closely followed the theme, and the content was wonderful.

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