der Themenschwerpunkt
Translation
main topics, key areas, focal points
Examples
Ein Themenschwerpunkt der Konferenz ist Nachhaltigkeit.
A main topic of the conference is sustainability.
Wir setzen klare Themenschwerpunkte für das Projekt.
We are setting clear focal points for the project.
Grammar Patterns
the main topic ((of sth.)) the main topic of sth. The main topic of the seminar is digitalization.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hauptthema, Fokus, Kernpunkt
Etymology
A compound of 'Thema' (theme) and 'Schwerpunkt' (focal point), which itself comes from 'schwer' (heavy) + 'Punkt' (point). Literally a 'heavy point' of a theme.
Memory Tips
Think of placing a heavy weight ('schwer') on the most important point ('Punkt') of a topic ('Thema').