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idea, conception, inspiration
An idea or concept that one hits upon, especially a creative or original one. Emphasizes the act of conceiving or arriving at an idea, rather than the idea itself.
面白い着想を得た。
I came up with an interesting idea.
この作品は着想がユニークだ。
The concept behind this work is unique.
日常の出来事から着想を得て小説を書いた。
I drew inspiration from everyday events and wrote a novel.
USAGE:
A somewhat literary or formal word for 'idea' or 'inspiration.' Unlike the general word アイデア, 着想 emphasizes the moment of conception — hitting upon something. It is often used in artistic, literary, and academic contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 着想を得る: to gain/get an idea
- 着想が豊か: rich in ideas
- 着想がユニーク: a unique concept
- 斬新な着想: a novel idea