B1 noun Formal

要素

/jâo sû/

A fundamental part or feature of something, especially one that is essential for its success or function.

Examples

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1

水、阳光和空气是生命的三个要素。

Water, sunlight, and air are the three essential elements of life.

2

我们需要分析构成这个问题的基本要素。

We need to analyze the basic elements that constitute this problem.

3

做这道菜的关键要素是新鲜的食材。

The key element in making this dish is fresh ingredients.

Word Family

Noun
要素
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Memory Tip

要 (yào) means 'important/essential' and 素 (sù) means 'element/plain'. Together: essential element.

Quick Quiz

诚实是友谊中不可或缺的___。

Correct!

The correct answer is: a

Examples

1

水、阳光和空气是生命的三个要素。

everyday

Water, sunlight, and air are the three essential elements of life.

2

我们需要分析构成这个问题的基本要素。

formal

We need to analyze the basic elements that constitute this problem.

3

做这道菜的关键要素是新鲜的食材。

informal

The key element in making this dish is fresh ingredients.

4

在学术论文中,清晰的论点是核心要素。

academic

In an academic paper, a clear thesis is a core element.

5

劳动力和资本是生产的主要要素。

business

Labor and capital are the main factors of production.

Word Family

Noun
要素

Common Collocations

基本要素 basic elements
核心要素 core elements
成功要素 elements of success
生产要素 factors of production
关键要素 key elements

Common Phrases

必备要素

essential requirements

各种要素

various elements

构成要素

constituent elements

Often Confused With

要素 vs 因素

因素 (factor) is broader and can be any contributing cause; 要素 (element) usually refers to an essential, constituent part.

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Usage Notes

Commonly used in IELTS to describe components of a system, a problem, or a plan.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use 因素 when they are describing the 'parts' (要素) of something.

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Memory Tip

要 (yào) means 'important/essential' and 素 (sù) means 'element/plain'. Together: essential element.

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Word Origin

From '要' (essential) and '素' (original/element).

Grammar Patterns

...的要素是... 具备...要素

Quick Quiz

诚实是友谊中不可或缺的___。

Correct!

The correct answer is: a

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