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in general

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪn ˈdʒɛnɚəl/ · UK /ɪn ˈdʒenərəl/

in general means: Used to say what is true or happens most of the time.

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USUALLYB1

Used to say what is true or happens most of the time.

  • In general, I prefer tea.
  • Our buses are reliable in general, though some arrive late.
  • In general, children learn new games quickly.

Similar words: usually, generally, as a rule

Common phrases: in general people, in general prefer

BROADLY SPEAKINGB2

When considering a whole subject, without limiting the discussion to particular cases or details.

  • We discussed education in general.
  • The rule does not apply in general; it needs extra conditions.
  • This chapter explains the problem in general, before examining individual cases.

Similar words: generally, broadly

Opposites: specifically

Common phrases: in general terms, society in general, in general form

Questions about in general

What does in general mean?

Used to say what is true or happens most of the time.

What is in general in other languages?

Türkçe: genellikle · Español: por lo general · Français: en général · Deutsch: in der Regel · Italiano: di solito · 日本語: たいてい

How do you pronounce in general?

In American English /ɪn ˈdʒɛnɚəl/; in British English /ɪn ˈdʒenərəl/.

How do you use in general in a sentence?

In general, I prefer tea. Our buses are reliable in general, though some arrive late.

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