English–Japanese
“outline” in Japanese
How to say “outline” in Japanese
“Outline” in Japanese is 概略 (gairyaku).
Gives the broad shape of an idea, plan, or subject without describing every detail, so it conveys the outline or gist.
Example sentences with 概略
報告書の冒頭で、調査結果の概略に触れます。hō koku sho no bō tō de chō sa kek ka no gai ryaku ni fu re ma su
At the beginning of the report, I will briefly discuss the outline of the findings.
Tips for using 概略
- The English word outline can also mean the outer edge of a shape, but this noun concerns the broad content of a subject rather than a physical border.
Other Japanese words for “outline”
日本文学の概論を読みます。nihon bun gaku no gai ron o yo mi ma su
I read an outline of Japanese literature.
建物の輪郭が夜空に浮かびます。tate mono no rin kaku ga yo zora ni u ka bi ma su
The outline of the building stands out against the night sky.