要素
A fundamental part or feature of something, especially one that is essential for its success or function.
Examples
3 of 5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.
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.
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
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
水、阳光和空气是生命的三个要素。
everydayWater, sunlight, and air are the three essential elements of life.
我们需要分析构成这个问题的基本要素。
formalWe need to analyze the basic elements that constitute this problem.
做这道菜的关键要素是新鲜的食材。
informalThe key element in making this dish is fresh ingredients.
在学术论文中,清晰的论点是核心要素。
academicIn an academic paper, a clear thesis is a core element.
劳动力和资本是生产的主要要素。
businessLabor and capital are the main factors of production.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
必备要素
essential requirements
各种要素
various elements
构成要素
constituent elements
Often Confused With
因素 (factor) is broader and can be any contributing cause; 要素 (element) usually refers to an essential, constituent part.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in IELTS to describe components of a system, a problem, or a plan.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 因素 when they are describing the 'parts' (要素) of something.
Memory Tip
要 (yào) means 'important/essential' and 素 (sù) means 'element/plain'. Together: essential element.
Word Origin
From '要' (essential) and '素' (original/element).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
诚实是友谊中不可或缺的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: a
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佐证
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逻辑性
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异议
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博学
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