B1 noun Formal

概説

/ɡaisetsɯ/

A general explanation or summary of the main points of a subject. It provides an overview without going into deep detail.

Examples

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1

まずはこの本の概説を読んでみよう。

First, let's read the overview of this book.

2

新プロジェクトの概説書を配布いたします。

I will distribute the overview document for the new project.

3

ざっくり概説してよ。

Give me a rough overview.

Word Family

Noun
概説
Verb
概説する
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Memory Tip

Gai (general) + Setsu (explanation) = General explanation.

Quick Quiz

この授業では、経済学の基本を( )します。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 概説

Examples

1

まずはこの本の概説を読んでみよう。

everyday

First, let's read the overview of this book.

2

新プロジェクトの概説書を配布いたします。

formal

I will distribute the overview document for the new project.

3

ざっくり概説してよ。

informal

Give me a rough overview.

4

この章では、量子力学の基本を概説する。

academic

In this chapter, we outline the basics of quantum mechanics.

5

市場の現況について概説させていただきます。

business

I would like to provide an overview of the current market status.

Word Family

Noun
概説
Verb
概説する

Common Collocations

歴史概説 historical overview
基本を概説する to outline the basics
概説書 introductory book/overview
簡潔に概説する to outline briefly
全体を概説する to outline the whole

Common Phrases

〜の概説

an overview of...

概説的な内容

introductory content

一通り概説する

to outline briefly once

Often Confused With

概説 vs 要約

Youyaku is 'shortening' a text, while Gaisetsu is 'explaining the general field/topic'.

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Usage Notes

Used often as a title for introductory university courses or textbooks.

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Common Mistakes

Do not use for deep, detailed explanations; it implies 'broad and shallow'.

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Memory Tip

Gai (general) + Setsu (explanation) = General explanation.

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Word Origin

Kanji for 'outline' and 'explanation'.

Grammar Patterns

〜を概説する 〜の概説

Quick Quiz

この授業では、経済学の基本を( )します。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 概説

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翻訳

B2

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知識

A1

Knowledge refers to the information, understanding, and skills acquired through education or experience. It describes the state of knowing about a particular subject or having a general awareness of facts and principles.

抽象的

A1

Describes something that is based on general ideas or concepts rather than specific physical objects or examples. It is often used to talk about thoughts, art, or explanations that are not easy to see or touch.

基礎

A1

The essential foundation or starting point of a subject, skill, or physical structure. It refers to the fundamental knowledge or support system upon which more complex things are built.

概論

B2

An introduction or general survey of a subject. It refers to a discourse or book that provides an overview of the basic principles of a field of study.

義務教育

B2

The period of education that is required by law for all children in a country, typically covering primary and lower secondary education.

精通

B2

To have extensive, deep, and detailed knowledge about a particular subject or field. It implies being an expert or very well-versed.

比喩

B2

A figure of speech or metaphor used to describe something by comparing it to something else. It is used to make complex ideas easier to understand.

反復

B2

The act of repeating an action or process multiple times. It is often used in the context of learning, training, or recurring patterns in nature.

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