1.
preconceived notion; established concept; conventional idea
A fixed idea or belief that is widely accepted without questioning. Often used in contexts of challenging assumptions or thinking outside the box.
既成概念を捨てる。
Abandon preconceived notions.
既成概念にとらわれない発想が必要だ。
We need thinking that isn't bound by conventional ideas.
既成概念を打ち破る商品を開発した。
We developed a product that breaks conventional assumptions.
ETYMOLOGY:
既成 (already established) + 概念 (concept)
USAGE:
Often used when discussing:
- Innovation and creativity
- Breaking free from assumptions
- Challenging the status quo
- Critical thinking
COLLOCATIONS:
- 既成概念を覆す - to overturn preconceptions
- 既成概念にとらわれる - to be bound by preconceptions
- 既成概念を打破する - to break through conventional thinking