What is the Spanish word for "subject"?

Learn how to say "subject" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

subject

Spanish

tema

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Alternative translations of "subject"

asunto
materia
sujeto
motivo

Examples of how to use "subject" in Spanish

English
What is the main subject of your book?
Spanish
¿Cuál es el tema principal de tu libro?
English
Math is my favorite subject.
Spanish
Las matemáticas son mi materia favorita.
English
The subject changes every week.
Spanish
El tema cambia cada semana.
English
Choose a subject for your essay.
Spanish
Elige un tema para tu ensayo.
English
History was the subject of debate.
Spanish
La historia fue el tema del debate.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "subject" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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