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主要的 (noun)

Main; principal; major.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Master' (主) who 'Wants' (要) the 'Main' thing. The Master always knows what is primary.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using '主要' when you mean 'important'. → Use '重要' for value, '主要' for ranking.

Saying '很主要的'. → Use '最主要的' or just '主要的'.

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