Translation guide
A decisive factor, statement, or detail that settles a matter or makes something certain.
Something that makes a decision, argument, or outcome certain.
The deciding factor or conclusive element. Commonly used in discussions, negotiations, and evaluations.
A statement that ends an argument or discussion decisively.
A specific detail that proves a point or resolves uncertainty.
Decisive evidence. Used in legal, investigative, or logical contexts.
価格が購入の決め手になった。
The price was the clincher for the purchase.
His experience was the clincher in hiring him.
Literally 'decisive blow'. Used for a final, impactful factor that settles an outcome, often in sports, debates, or business.
His speech was the clincher that sealed the deal.
The final push or nudge that makes something happen. Often used when someone needs a little extra persuasion.
Her smile was the clincher.
His clincher ended the debate.
A finishing blow in words; a remark that completely silences the opponent. Slightly dramatic.
Her clincher shut him up.
That email was the clincher.
Information that serves as the deciding factor. Common in business or problem-solving.
That data was the clincher.