大概

Meaning

1. adv
   generally; mainly; usually; normally; mostly; for the most part
2. adj-noadvn
   nearly all; almost all; most
3. n
   gist; summary; outline; main idea
4. nadj-noadv
   staying within bounds; not overdoing (something); not getting carried away; not going too far; being moderate
5. adv
   probably; perhaps; in all likelihood
6. adv
   considerably; greatly; really

Example sentences

• 酒もいいが大概にしておきなさい。

  It's all right to drink, but drink in moderation.

• 冗談も大概にしろ！

  You mustn't carry your jokes too far!

• 私の仕事は大概片付いた。

  My work is almost finished.