主旨
The main idea, core purpose, or gist of a statement, text, or action. Identifying the 'shushi' is key to reading and listening comprehension.
Examples
3 of 5論文の主旨が明確に伝わっていない。
The main point of the paper has not been clearly conveyed.
会の設立主旨をご説明いたします。
I will explain the purpose of establishing the association.
要するに、話の主旨は何なの？
In short, what's the gist of your story?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Shu (main) + Shi (will/intent). The main intent.
Quick Quiz
話が長すぎて、結局（ ）が何かわからなかった。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 主旨
Examples
論文の主旨が明確に伝わっていない。
academicThe main point of the paper has not been clearly conveyed.
会の設立主旨をご説明いたします。
formalI will explain the purpose of establishing the association.
要するに、話の主旨は何なの？
informalIn short, what's the gist of your story?
提案の主旨を役員会で説明する。
businessExplain the core intent of the proposal at the board meeting.
相手の主旨を取り違えてしまった。
everydayI misunderstood the other person's main point.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
主旨に反する
to go against the purpose
主旨を捉える
to capture the main point
主旨を徹底する
to ensure the purpose is understood by all
Often Confused With
Youshi is a summary of a text; Shushi is the underlying intent or core idea behind it.
Usage Notes
Essential for answering 'What is the main idea?' questions in IELTS Reading.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse with '趣旨' (shushi), which is very similar but often used for the 'intent' of an event or rule.
Memory Tip
Shu (main) + Shi (will/intent). The main intent.
Word Origin
From 'Shu' (main/master) and 'Shi' (will/aim).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
話が長すぎて、結局（ ）が何かわからなかった。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 主旨
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
対比
B1The act of placing two things side by side to show their differences; contrast.
論拠
B1The logical basis or grounds for an argument or belief. Evidence or reasoning used to support a claim.
共通
B1Sharing something with others; having something in common.
整合性
B1The quality of being logical and consistent, where different parts of an argument or data set agree with each other without contradiction.
包括的
B1Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something; wide-ranging and thorough.
裏付け
B1Evidence or support that confirms a theory, statement, or finding; corroboration that makes an argument credible.
概ね
B1For the most part; mostly or generally. Used to indicate that a statement is largely true despite minor exceptions.
論証
B1The process of proving a statement or theory through logical reasoning and the presentation of evidence.
暫定的
B1Not certain or fixed; provisional or temporary. Used for results or plans that may change after more info is gathered.
実際
B1Reality or the actual state of things, as opposed to theory or imagination.
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