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idea in Japanese

idea in Japanese is 着想, アイデア, 思想 — idea means a thought, plan, or mental impression formed in the mind.

idea in Japanese

着想
noun
Pronounced: chakusō
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory. [from 16th c.]
アイデア
noun
Pronounced: aidea
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory. [from 16th c.]
思想
noun
Pronounced: shisō
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory. [from 16th c.]
考え
noun
Pronounced: kangae
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory. [from 16th c.]
主意
noun
Pronounced: shui
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory. [from 16th c.]

What does "idea" mean?

  1. noun A thought, plan, or mental impression formed in the mind.
    "She had a great idea for a new business."
  2. noun A general concept, notion, or way of thinking about something.
    "The book explores the idea of freedom in modern society."

idea in a sentence

  • She had a great idea for a new business.
  • I have no idea where I left my keys.
  • The book explores the idea of freedom in modern society.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "idea" in Japanese?

"idea" in Japanese is 着想, アイデア, 思想. idea means: A thought, plan, or mental impression formed in the mind.

How do you pronounce 着想?

"idea" in Japanese is 着想, pronounced "chakusō".

How do you use "idea" in a sentence?

Example: "She had a great idea for a new business." In Japanese, "idea" is 着想, アイデア, 思想.

Are there other ways to say "idea" in Japanese?

Yes — Japanese has 5 translations listed for "idea": 着想, アイデア, 思想, 考え, 主意.

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