概 general concept

木 (tree) + 既 (already)
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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) に

generalize ★★☆☆☆
一 (one) + 概 (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 ★☆☆☆☆
概 (general concept) + 念 (concern) = 概念 (concept)

Lookalikes

Meaning Hint Radical
従 obey GO 行
縦 vertical STRING 糸
慨 deplore HEART 心
概 general concept TREE 木

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.