HSK 7-9
一概
yīgài
Without exception; across the board
Structure
Subject + [Scope/Category] + 一概 + Verb/Adjective
How it works
The term '一概' is an adverb used to indicate that a rule, attitude, or action applies to all cases within a specific scope without exception. it is often used in formal or written contexts to emphasize total inclusivity or a uniform approach, frequently appearing with negative words like '不' or '拒绝'.
Examples
凡是涉及到个人隐私的问题，他一概不予回答。
Fánshì shèjí dào gèrén yǐnsī de wèntí, tā yīgài bùyǔ huídá.
He refuses to answer any questions involving personal privacy without exception.
所有未经许可的申请一概被退回。
Suǒyǒu wèijīng xǔkě de shēnqǐng yīgài bèi tuìhuí.
All unauthorized applications were returned without exception.
对于网上的传闻，该公司一概否认其真实性。
Duìyú wǎngshàng de chuánwén, gāi gōngsī yīgài fǒurèn qí zhēnshíxìng.
The company has flatly denied the authenticity of all online rumors.
Common mistakes
Do not use '一概' to modify nouns directly; it is an adverb and must precede a verb or an adjective phrase.
Tip
Think of '一概' as 'all-encompassing.' It is stronger than '都' and is most commonly used in formal settings to establish a blanket policy or reaction.
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