要衝
Meanings
1
strategic point; key position; important location
Refers to a place of strategic importance, such as a transportation hub, military stronghold, or critical juncture in a network. Often used in geopolitical, military, or infrastructural contexts.
The port flourished as a strategic point for maritime traffic.
This city has been a strategic military location since ancient times.
Usage patterns
- 交通の要衝a transportation hub / strategic point for transit
This city has long been known as a transportation hub.
- 要衝を占めるto occupy a strategic position
The island occupies a strategic position for maritime traffic.
- 要衝に位置するto be situated at a strategic location
This town is situated at a strategic location near the border.
- 要衝を守るto defend a strategic point
The army deployed troops to defend the strategic point on the supply route.