noun HSK 5
Traditional 題材
subject matter · theme · topic (for creative work)
Meaning
题材 refers to the subject matter, theme, or topic of a creative work such as literature, film, art, or music. It describes what the work is about or the main content area it explores.
Usage
Commonly used in discussions about creative works, journalism, and academic writing. Often appears in phrases like '什么题材' (what kind of subject matter) or when categorizing works by their thematic content. More formal than casual conversation vocabulary.
Examples
- 01这部电影的题材很新颖，吸引了很多年轻观众。, .The subject matter of this film is very novel and has attracted many young viewers.
- 02她喜欢写科幻题材的小说。.She likes to write science fiction novels.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个题材
- 种这种题材
Common collocations
- 题材新颖novel/fresh subject matter
- 选题材to choose a subject/theme
- 历史题材historical subject matter
- 现实题材realistic/contemporary subject matter
Origin
Combines 题 (topic/subject) with 材 (material), literally meaning 'topic material' or the material/content of a subject. The term emphasizes the raw content or thematic substance of creative work.