We use 'general' to talk about something that is true for many things or people, not only one. It means not detailed or special.
This is a general rule for all students.
The general idea is easy to understand.
A 'general' is a very important officer in the army or military. They are leaders who give commands to many soldiers.
The general gave orders to the soldiers.
She spoke with the general about the plan.
'General' means something wide or broad, covering many things. It is not small or narrow but includes many parts.
She has a general knowledge of science.
We need a general plan for the project.
A 'general' or 'general practitioner' is a doctor who helps with many health problems. They are not experts in one special area.
I went to the general for a checkup.
The general helps many kinds of patients.
We use 'general' to talk about the big picture or main idea. It does not focus on small or special details.
The general situation is better today.
In general, people like to travel.
'General' can mean something that many people think or know. It shows common ideas or beliefs shared by many.
The general opinion is very positive.
There is a general agreement in class.
'General' means something that many people have or share. It is common among the group or place.
There is a general feeling of happiness here.
General support is needed for this idea.
