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TOPIK 4noun

요소

yoso

요소가 · 요소를

element, factor, component

Example

건강을 지키는 데 가장 중요한 요소는 수면이에요.

The most important factor in staying healthy is sleep.

Word parts

요 essential소 element

Literally 'essential element'.

Good to know

요소 is a component of something; 요인 is a cause behind a result.