noun
Refers to the main idea or essential point of a statement, argument, or text. Often used in formal contexts like meetings or explanations.
彼の話の趣旨がよくわからなかった。
I didn't really understand the point of his talk.
会議の趣旨を簡単に説明してください。
Please briefly explain the purpose of the meeting.
noun
Only when written 趣旨
Focuses on the underlying intention or objective behind an action or plan. Restricted to the 趣旨 spelling.
この制度の趣旨は、若者の就職を支援することです。
The aim of this system is to support young people's employment.
Compound of 趣 (interest, gist) and 旨 (purport, principle). The kanji combination conveys the essential meaning or intent.