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[ぜん()·てい()]
zentei
noun

English Meaning(s) for 前提

noun
  1. condition; assumption; prerequisite; hypothesis
  2. intention; intent; aim; goal
  3. premise (in logic)

Definition and Synonyms for 前提

Assumption the act of assuming or taking for granted
Synonyms: 前提
Supposal a hypothesis that is taken for granted
Synonyms: 前提, 常識
Presumption an assumption that is taken for granted
Synonyms: 仮定, 仮設, 仮説, 前提, 前提条件, 想定
Premise a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
Synonyms: 前提

Meanings for each kanji in 前提

» in front; before
» propose; take along; carry in hand

Categories 前提 is a member of

Human Action something that people do or cause to happen
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Theory a tentative insight into the natural world
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Supposal a hypothesis that is taken for granted
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Posit a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 前提

Sample Sentences for 前提

Life is the art of drawing sufficient conclusions from insufficient premises.
We should understand the underlying premises.
We are dating with a view to marriage.
You ought to think over whether the premise is valid or not.
Credit is an amount or limit to the extent of which a person may receive goods or money for payment in the future.

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