How to pronounce theme

Say it like this: /ˈθim/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈθim/

What does theme mean?

nounA subject, now especially of a talk or an artistic piece; a topic.

A concept with multiple instantiations.

“variations on the theme of entrepreneurial resourcefulness”

Any of various colors, or color palettes, in which a design is offered; (graphical user interface) any of various skins for an app, affecting the visuals and perhaps other elements such as sound effec

“switch to a dark theme to conserve battery power”

verbTo give a theme to.

“We themed the birthday party around superheroes.”

To apply a theme to; to change the visual appearance and/or layout of (software).

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