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[き(既)·せい(成)·がい(概)·ねん(念)]
kiseigainen
noun

Root Words:

[き(既)·せい(成) + がい(概)·ねん(念)]
kisei + gainen

English Meaning(s) for 既成概念

noun
  1. stereotype; preconceived idea; preconceived notion
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Definition and Synonyms for 既成概念

Stereotype a conventional or formulaic conception or image
Synonyms: ステレオタイプ, 固定観念, 既成概念

Meanings for each kanji in 既成概念

» previously; already; long ago
» turn into; become; get; grow; elapse; reach
» outline; condition; approximation; generally
» wish; sense; idea; thought; feeling; desire; attention

Categories 既成概念 is a member of

Mental Representation a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image
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Sample Sentences for 既成概念

Let's break stereotypes!
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