Common Meanings
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gài概
General, approximate; often used in '大概' meaning probably or roughly.
我们大概会在下周开始新的项目计划。
We will probably start the new project plan next week.
Refers to a grand or beautiful scene, a spectacle, or a scenic view, often used in compounds like '胜概' (shèng gài) meaning 'scenic spot' or 'beautiful spectacle'.
黄山之美，自古以来就是文人墨客笔下的胜概。
The beauty of Mount Huangshan has, since ancient times, been a magnificent spectacle described in the writings of literati.
Without exception; uniformly; generally, often used in the phrase "一概而论" meaning to lump together or make sweeping generalizations.
不同的人有不同的喜好，我们不能一概而论。
Different people have different preferences; we cannot lump them all together.
Manner, bearing, or spirit, often indicating moral integrity or impressive resolve.
他做事情总是很有气概，从不退缩。
He always handles things with great spirit, never backing down.
A small wooden board used to level off grain or other dry measures in a vessel (like a peck or bushel) for accurate measurement.
用概将米刮平，以确保称量准确。
Use the strikeboard to level off the rice, ensuring accurate measurement.