noun
precondition; prerequisite; assumption
A condition or assumption that must be satisfied before something else can happen or be discussed. Often used in formal, logical, or planning contexts.
この計画は、予算が十分にあることを前提としている。
This plan is based on the assumption that there is sufficient budget.
成功の前提は、明確な目標を持つことだ。
A prerequisite for success is having clear goals.
noun
Less common usage; refers to the underlying intent or purpose behind an action. Often replaced by 意図 or 目的 in modern Japanese.
彼の発言の前提が理解できない。
I can't understand the intention behind his remarks.
noun
premise
Technical term in logic; a statement from which a conclusion is drawn.
この議論の前提は誤っている。
The premise of this argument is flawed.