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定説 (ていせつ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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noun
established theory ; accepted view
Refers to a theory or explanation that has become widely accepted in a field, often after debate. Used in academic, scientific, and general intellectual contexts.
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A new discovery that could overturn the accepted theory was reported.
Kanji 定 determine, fix, establish 説 opinion, theory, explanation Similar words 通つう 説せつ 通説 is a commonly held view or prevailing opinion, but it may not be as firmly established as 定説. 定説 implies a higher degree of acceptance and stability.
異い 説せつ 異説 is a different or alternative theory, often contrasting with the established 定説.
Etymology Compound of 定 (てい, 'fixed, established') and 説 (せつ, 'theory, opinion'). The word itself is a Sino-Japanese term (kango) that follows standard kanji composition patterns.
