noun
Refers to a mental representation or abstract idea, often used in philosophical or general contexts.
彼は自由という観念を大切にしている。
He values the concept of freedom.
noun
Used for an internalized sense or awareness, especially in fixed phrases like 義務の観念 (sense of duty).
彼には責任の観念が欠けている。
He lacks a sense of responsibility.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
resignation; acceptance; preparedness
Often used in the phrase 観念する, meaning to give up, resign oneself, or accept an unavoidable situation.
彼はもう逃げられないと観念した。
He resigned himself to the fact that he could no longer escape.
noun
observation and contemplation; meditation
Buddhist term for meditative observation or contemplation of truths.
仏教では、観念の修行が重視される。
In Buddhism, the practice of contemplation is emphasized.