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前提
Pronounced zentei. A prerequisite or foundational assumption. If the zentei is wrong, the conclusion of the debate falls apart with it.
Examples in context
平和を前提として話し合いを進めます。
We will proceed with the discussion on the premise of peace.
その議論は前提が間違っています。
The premise of that argument is wrong.
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