general concept

(tree) + (already)
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14 strokes
BETA

Onyomi

GAI

Mnemonic

Most GUYS already understand the general concept of trees. Even though they might not be able to explain photosynthesys in detail.

Jukugo

一概(いちがい)

generalize ★★☆☆☆
(one) + (general concept) = 一概 (generalize)

to make a sweeping generalization. (usually used in the negative: 一概には言えない (I don't want to generalize, but. . . ) )

概念(がいねん)

concept ★☆☆☆☆
(general concept) + (concern) = 概念 (concept)

Lookalikes

Meaning Hint Radical
obey GO
vertical STRING
deplore HEART
general concept TREE

When duty calls I GO to obey.

A yo-yo dangles from a vertical STRING, and sways.

I deplore with all my HEART the general concept of cutting down TREES.