JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
大概
Generally, mostly, usually, or keeping within reasonable limits.
Readings
1 Adverb (fukushi), Noun (with の)
"Mostly" / "Usually"
Indicates that an event or state applies to the majority of cases or is highly probable.
Example
大概 の 学生 は アルバイト を して います 。
Most students have a part-time job.
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2 Set Phrase
"That's Enough!" / "Cut it out!"
Functions as a command or strong suggestion to moderate behavior and stop acting excessively.
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3 Na-adjective, Adverb (fukushi)
"Quite a..." / "Pretty Unreasonable"
Characterizes a person or situation as unreasonable, extreme, or shocking in a negative way.
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4 Noun
"The Gist" / "The Main Idea"
Denotes the general features, rough outline, or gist of a topic rather than the details.
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