青写真
Meanings
1
Literal photographic blueprint or cyanotype print. Technical term in architecture and engineering.
The architect spread out the blueprint and explained it.
2
Figurative use for a detailed plan or vision for the future. Common in business, politics, and personal goals.
The government announced a blueprint for economic reform.
He is drawing up a blueprint for his future.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉の青写真を描くto draw up a blueprint/vision for something
The government drew up a blueprint for the new urban development.
- 〈事〉の青写真を示すto present a blueprint/plan for something
The president presented a blueprint for the company's future.
- 〈事〉の青写真を作成するto draft/create a blueprint for something
The engineers drafted a blueprint for the new product.