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要领

yào lǐng

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • main aspects
  • essentials
  • gist

Definition

要点，关键；或指体育、军事动作中的基本要求。

Main points, key points; or basic requirements in sports or military movements.

Usage

常用于表示做某事的关键或核心部分，或在特定动作中需要掌握的基本技巧。

Often used to indicate the key or core part of doing something, or the basic skills to master in specific actions.

Examples

  • 1 这本手册概括了操作机器的要领。 (This manual summarizes the key points of operating the machine.)
  • 2 要学好中文，掌握发音要领非常重要。 (To learn Chinese well, mastering the key points of pronunciation is crucial.)
  • 3 教练正在向新兵讲解射击的要领。 (The coach is explaining the essentials of shooting to the recruits.)
  • 4 做这道菜的要领是火候要适中。 (The key to making this dish is to control the heat properly.)
  • 5 成功谈判的要领在于倾听对方的诉求。 (The key to successful negotiation is to listen to the other party's demands.)

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