temas
TEH-mahs
/ˈte.mas/
📝 In Action
Necesitamos discutir los temas más importantes de la agenda.
A2We need to discuss the most important topics on the agenda.
El libro aborda temas complejos como la migración y la identidad.
B1The book addresses complex themes like migration and identity.
Hay muchos temas que me interesan en esa conferencia.
A1There are many subjects that interest me at that conference.
💡 Grammar Points
Masculine Noun Ending in -a
Even though 'tema' ends in -a, it is a masculine word. Remember to use masculine articles and adjectives: 'los temas' and 'temas importantes', not 'las temas'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the Feminine Article
Mistake: “La temas son difíciles.”
Correction: Los temas son difíciles. (Use 'los' because 'tema' is masculine.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Plural Form
This word is simply the plural form of the singular noun 'tema' (topic or theme).
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: temas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'temas' as a verb meaning 'to fear'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Why does 'tema' (singular) end in -a but is masculine?
This is because 'tema' comes directly from Greek words ending in -ma, which Spanish usually treats as masculine. Other common examples are 'el problema' and 'el sistema'.
How can I tell if 'temas' is a noun or a verb in a sentence?
If 'temas' is preceded by an article (like 'los') or an adjective, it's the noun (topics). If it follows a subject pronoun (like 'tú' or implied 'tú') and is followed by an object, it's the verb 'temer' (you fear).