English–Japanese

“concept” in Japanese

Japanese

Also観念 (kannen) · コンセプト (konseputo)

Pronunciation

Romajigainen

Example

この概念は少し難しいです。ko no gai nen wa suko shi muzuka shi i de su

This concept is a little difficult.

Illustration for 概念 (concept)

How to say “concept” in Japanese

“Concept” in Japanese is 概念 (gainen).

Describes an organized idea that helps define, explain, or examine something.

Full entry for 概念: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 概念

この授業では、時間の概念について話し合います。ko no ju gyō de wa ji kan no gai nen ni tsu i te hana shi a i ma su

In this class, we discuss the concept of time.

Tips for using 概念

  • English speakers often use concept for an idea that forms part of a larger theory or system, which makes it useful in conversations about many subjects.

Other Japanese words for “concept”

「自由」という観念は文化によって異なります。ji yū to i u kan nen wa bun ka ni yo tte koto na ri ma su

The concept of freedom differs across cultures.

この映画のコンセプトは明確です。ko no ei ga no ko n se pu to wa mei kaku de su

The concept of this movie is clear.

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