generally speaking; broadly speaking; in a broad way
Used to introduce a rough summary or generalization, often when simplifying or giving an overview.
Broadly speaking, this plan was a success.
Generally speaking, Japanese summers are hot and humid.
Standard kanji-kana mixed spelling for this fixed expression.
Kana spelling is acceptable and may be used for clarity or in informal writing.
Fixed expression composed of 大まか (rough, broad) + に (adverbial particle) + 言えば (conditional form of 言う, 'to say'). Literally 'if one says roughly'.