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要素

youso

Description

「要素」は、何かを作っているひとつひとつの大切な部分のことです。

"要素" refers to each important part that makes up something.

料理や仕事など、いろいろな場面で「大事な要素」という形でよく使います。

In various situations like cooking or work, "大事な要素" (important element) is often used.

Meanings

要素youso

element; component; important part of something

成功に大事な要素は何ですか。

What is an important factor for success?

要素youso

factor; contributing aspect

天気も試合の大きな要素です。

The weather is also a major factor in the game.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    要 (essential) + 素 (element), together meaning a basic essential part.

  • Nuance

    要素 is a component of a whole; 要因 stresses a cause behind a result.

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