概説
A general explanation or summary of the main points of a subject. It provides an overview without going into deep detail.
Examples
3 of 5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.
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.
ざっくり概説してよ。
Give me a rough overview.
Word Family
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
まずはこの本の概説を読んでみよう。
everydayFirst, let's read the overview of this book.
新プロジェクトの概説書を配布いたします。
formalI will distribute the overview document for the new project.
ざっくり概説してよ。
informalGive me a rough overview.
この章では、量子力学の基本を概説する。
academicIn this chapter, we outline the basics of quantum mechanics.
市場の現況について概説させていただきます。
businessI would like to provide an overview of the current market status.
Word Family
Common Collocations
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
Youyaku is 'shortening' a text, while Gaisetsu is 'explaining the general field/topic'.
Usage Notes
Used often as a title for introductory university courses or textbooks.
Common Mistakes
Do not use for deep, detailed explanations; it implies 'broad and shallow'.
Memory Tip
Gai (general) + Setsu (explanation) = General explanation.
Word Origin
Kanji for 'outline' and 'explanation'.
Grammar Patterns
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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抽象的
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基礎
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概論
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義務教育
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精通
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比喩
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反復
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