Translation guide
A general summary or broad survey of a subject.
To give a broad, high-level description or summary of a topic.
The most common and neutral word for an overview or summary, used in both spoken and written contexts.
プロジェクトの概要を説明してください。
Please explain the overview of the project.
A slightly more formal or written term for a general survey or overview, often used in academic or report contexts.
Literally 'whole picture', used to mean a comprehensive overview or big picture, often in business or planning.
まず全体像を把握しましょう。
First, let's get an overview of the whole situation.
A phrase meaning 'rough explanation' or 'broad overview', useful when you want to emphasize a non-detailed summary.
大まかな説明で十分です。
A rough overview is sufficient.
A somewhat literary or old-fashioned word for an outline or summary, often used in storytelling or formal speeches.
概要 is the everyday word for overview or summary. 概観 is more formal and often implies a broader, more academic survey. In most situations, 概要 is the safer choice.
この本は日本史の概観を提供する。
This book provides an overview of Japanese history.
事件のあらましを話してください。
Please give an overview of the incident.