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要

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noun, verb, suffix★Beginner
general

Important, essential, or crucial.

この要点を理解する必要があります。

You need to understand these key points.

💡

Often used in formal contexts to emphasize the necessity or importance of something.

general

To need or require something.

このプロジェクトには多くのリソースが要されます。

This project requires a lot of resources.

💡

Used to express necessity or requirement.

general

To request or ask for something.

彼は助けを要しました。

He requested help.

💡

Often used in formal or polite requests.

general

To be necessary or indispensable.

この条件は要です。

This condition is essential.

💡

Used to indicate that something is indispensable or non-negotiable.

Collocations

要点key point要件requirement要望request要約summary

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

要するにphrase
in short, in summary
要するにphrase
in short, in summary

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The meaning of '要' can vary significantly based on context. Pay attention to whether it is used as a noun, verb, or suffix to determine its precise meaning.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal Usage

In formal contexts, '要' is often used to emphasize the importance or necessity of something. Be mindful of the tone and context when using this word.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the kanji characters '要' (important) and '要' (to need), reflecting its dual meaning of importance and necessity.

📝Usage Notes

The word '要' is highly versatile and can function as a noun, verb, or suffix. Its meaning often depends on the context in which it is used. In formal writing, it is often used to emphasize the importance or necessity of something.

Word Breakdown

要
important, essential
root
+
要
to need, to request
root
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