Meaning
Touch on means to mention or briefly discuss a subject without going into detail.
Grammar and Usage
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Part of speech: Phrasal verb (intransitive or transitive)
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Structure:
- touch on + topic
- Used when a speaker/writer refers to a subject only lightly or briefly.
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Often used in presentations, meetings, lectures, articles, or discussions.
Common Phrases
- touch on a topic
- touch on an issue
- touch on a point
- touch on a concern
- touch on several themes
Collocations
- briefly touch on
- lightly touch on
- touch on the following points
- touch on sensitive topics
- touch on broader themes
Examples
- The report briefly touches on climate-related risks.
- Let me touch on a few important updates before we begin.
- The article touches on the challenges of remote work.
- She only touched on the issue during the meeting.
- His speech touched on several topics, including AI and cybersecurity.
- The professor touched on the theory but did not explain it fully.
- This chapter touches on the history of the region.
- I want to touch on one last point before closing.
Synonyms or Related
- mention
- refer to
- bring up
- allude to
- highlight (partially)
Antonym
- go into detail
- explore deeply
- elaborate on