thematisieren
Translation
to thematize, to make something a theme, to address a topic
Examples
Der Film thematisiert den Klimawandel.
The film deals with the topic of climate change.
Dieses Problem müssen wir thematisieren.
We have to address this problem.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) thematisieren to thematize (sth.) The author thematizes love.
Similar Words
Synonyms: behandeln (to deal with), besprechen (to discuss)
Etymology
Derived from 'das Thema' (the theme). The suffix '-isieren' is a common way to form verbs, similar to '-ize' in English.
Memory Tips
Think 'theme' + '-ize'. To 'thematize' means to make something a theme or topic of discussion.