要素

要素 yào ㄧㄠˋ ㄙㄨˋ jiu3 sou3 HSK 6

  • essential factor
  • key constituent

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 要 (1 of 2) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 自信是伟大事业的第一要素。 Self-confidence is the principal element of any great endeavor.
  • 所以,友情也是幸福的一个要素。 So friendship is also a requirement for happiness.
  • 资本、土地和劳动是生产的三大要素。 Capital, land and labor are the three key factors of production.
  • 对我自己来说,幸福有些根本的要素。 In my opinion, happiness has a few fundamental requirements.
  • 声称钱不是幸福的一个要素是愚蠢的。 Claiming that money is not a requirement for happiness is foolish.

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