Meaning and Usage
"総会" (そうかい) refers to a general meeting or assembly where all members of an organization gather to discuss and decide on important matters. It is commonly used in corporate, association, or community contexts.
Common Contexts
This word is often used for annual general meetings (AGMs) of companies or organizations, where policies, budgets, or leadership changes are discussed.
Collocations and Patterns
- 総会を開く: to hold a general meeting
- 総会で決議する: to make resolutions at the general meeting
- 年次総会: annual general meeting
Register and Formality
"総会" is a formal term used in business and official organizational settings. It is not used in casual conversation.
Learner Tips
Be careful not to confuse "総会" with other types of meetings like "会議" (meeting) or "集会" (gathering). "総会" specifically implies a meeting of all members or stakeholders, often with decision-making authority.