精髓
The most important or central part of something; the essence or spirit of a culture, theory, or art.
Examples
3 of 5这部电影抓住了原著小说的精髓。
This movie captured the essence of the original novel.
我们需要继承中国传统文化的精髓。
We need to inherit the essence of traditional Chinese culture.
他用一句话概括了该理论的精髓。
He summarized the essence of the theory in one sentence.
Word Family
Memory Tip
精 (Refined) + 髓 (Marrow). Like the marrow inside a bone, it's the most essential part hidden deep inside.
Quick Quiz
只有深入生活，才能创作出具有时代___的作品。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 精髓
Examples
这部电影抓住了原著小说的精髓。
informalThis movie captured the essence of the original novel.
我们需要继承中国传统文化的精髓。
formalWe need to inherit the essence of traditional Chinese culture.
他用一句话概括了该理论的精髓。
academicHe summarized the essence of the theory in one sentence.
这种管理模式的精髓在于以人为本。
businessThe essence of this management model lies in being people-oriented.
你能领悟到这段音乐的精髓吗？
everydayCan you grasp the essence of this piece of music?
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
掌握精髓
to master the essence
精髓所在
where the essence lies
Often Confused With
核心 (core) emphasizes the central part or main point, while 精髓 (essence) emphasizes the most refined or spiritual quality of something.
Usage Notes
A high-level word useful for discussing culture, literature, and philosophy in IELTS Task 2.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '精华' (jīnghuá), which is often used for physical extracts (like skincare essence), though they are synonyms in abstract contexts.
Memory Tip
精 (Refined) + 髓 (Marrow). Like the marrow inside a bone, it's the most essential part hidden deep inside.
Word Origin
Derived from ancient medical terms for refined substances and bone marrow.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Often used in China when discussing 'National Essence' (国粹) like Peking Opera.
Quick Quiz
只有深入生活，才能创作出具有时代___的作品。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 精髓
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初稿
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思路
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