Kanji 概: outline, condition, approximation, generally
Key takeaways
Kanji 概: outline, condition, approximation, generally. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 概
outline, condition, approximation, generally
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This kanji originates from a wooden (木) tool used to level off grain that is already (既) filled in a measuring box. By smoothing the surface to a standard level, it came to represent an 'outline' or 'approximation' of the total amount.
