“General idea” in Japanese
Short answer
General idea in Japanese is “概念” (gainen). Full meaning: general idea, concept, notion.
Other ways to say “General idea” in Japanese
一般概念
ippangainen general idea
コンセプト
konseputo concept, general idea, notion; intention, aim, design, philosophy, plan, plot, theme
がいねん
gainen general idea, concept, notion
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