das Schlüsselthema
Translation
key topic, key issue, central theme
Examples
Umweltschutz ist ein Schlüsselthema unserer Zeit.
Environmental protection is a key topic of our time.
Das war das Schlüsselthema der Konferenz.
That was the key topic of the conference.
Grammar Patterns
((to be/discuss)) ((a)) key topic Environmental protection is a key topic of our time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hauptthema (main topic), Kernthema (core topic), zentrales Anliegen (central concern)
Etymology
Composed of 'Schlüssel' (key) and 'Thema' (topic, theme). It literally means 'key topic'.
Memory Tips
Think of a topic that is the 'key' (Schlüssel) to understanding a larger discussion or issue.