conceptplease

Conceptplease is a term used in online discourse to describe a request for a concept or idea presented in a concise, accessible form. It is both a request style and a facilitative approach to instruction, emphasizing clarity and brevity.

Origin: The term is a neologism that emerged on internet forums and social platforms in the 2020s. It blends "concept" with "please" to signal politeness and the aim of distillation of information.

Usage: A conceptplease request typically specifies the topic and a constraint such as "in one paragraph" or "in under 100 words." Answers usually provide a quick definition, key components, and an example.

Variations: Related forms include conceptbrief and conceptsummary, which share the goal of succinct explanation. Some communities differentiate between a "conceptplease" for foundational ideas and a "conceptpleaseplus" for practical applications.

Reception: Advocates view it as a practical tool for learning and teaching, reducing cognitive load. Critics warn that excessive brevity can strip nuance or misrepresent complexity.

See also: TL;DR, elevator pitch, explainer, explanation request.