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关头
guāntóu
Description
"关头"是指非常重要的时刻，特别是决定事情成败的那个时候。
"关头" refers to a very important moment, especially the time that decides success or failure.
我们常说"关键关头"或"紧要关头"，表示很危险或很重要的时候。
We often say "关键关头" or "紧要关头" to indicate a very dangerous or important time.
Meanings
关头guāntóu
crucial moment; critical juncture
在这个紧要关头，我们不能放弃。
We cannot give up at this critical moment.
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Notes
- Etymology
关 (pass/barrier) + 头 (point/head), literally a critical pass or turning point.
- Nuance
usually paired with 紧要, 关键, or 危急 to stress a decisive, tense moment.
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