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关键

guānjiàn

Description

“关键”是指最重要、能决定结果的部分。

"关键" refers to the most important part that can determine the outcome.

我们常说“关键的时候”或“最关键的问题”。

We often say "关键的时候" (the critical moment) or "最关键的问题" (the most crucial issue).

Meanings

关键guānjiàn

key point; crux; the most important part

这个问题的关键是钱。

The key to this problem is money.

关键guānjiàn

crucial; key; decisive

这是一个非常关键的决定。

This is a very crucial decision.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    关 (to close/pass) + 键 (key/bolt), literally the bolt that holds things together.

  • Nuance

    often used as 关键的 before nouns or 关键是 to introduce the crucial point.

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