main point; essence; important thing
Refers to the central or most important part of a matter. Often used in phrases like 要は or 要するに to mean 'in short' or 'the point is'.
The main point is to keep making an effort.
noun, noun-modifying (irregular)
Used to express that something is necessary or required. Often appears in the pattern 要がある (there is a need to...) or as a prenominal modifier in formal contexts.
Please summarize the key points of the talk.
There is a need to respond immediately.
This is an essential document.
The kanji 要 originally depicts a woman with hands on her waist, symbolizing something essential or pivotal. The reading よう is the on'yomi, commonly used in Sino-Japanese compounds.
demand; request; strong desire
outline; summary; overview
need; require; take
important matter; pressing business · requirement; necessary condition
coercion; compulsion; forcing someone to do something
personnel; required staff; necessary hands
in short; the point is; basically
fort; stronghold; fortification
point; gist; essentials · knack; trick; the ropes
summary; digest; abstract
required; needed; necessary
main point; gist; key point
important person; VIP; key figure
main point; gist; summary
Buddhist memorial service
important points; gist; list of requirements
strategic point; key position · crucial point; essentials; main point
outline; guidelines; main points
important post; key position; high office
essential; vital; crucial
strategic point; key position; important location