关键 (guānjiàn) — how to say "key" in Chinese

关键

Key, crucial

Character composition

connection, to close

key (to a problem)

Radicals / Keys

Eight

#12 · · 2 strokes

Gold

#167 · jīn · 8 strokes

Synonyms

Examples

成功的关键不仅在于努力,还在于找到正确的方法。

The key to success lies not only in hard work but also in finding the right method.

关键问题。

Key problem.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "key" in Chinese?

"key" in Chinese is 关键 (guānjiàn).

What does 关键 mean in English?

关键 (guānjiàn) means "Key, crucial".

How is 关键 pronounced?

It is pronounced guānjiàn (written as guanjian). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.

How do you write "key" in Chinese characters?

It is written 关键.

What HSK level is 关键?

关键 belongs to the HSK 4 vocabulary list.

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