“Essential point” in Japanese
Short answer
Essential point in Japanese is “急所” (kyuusho). Full meaning: vital part (of the body), tender spot, weak point, vitals; key point, essential point, crux (of a problem), heart (of a matter); male crotch (as a target in fighting).
Other ways to say “Essential point” in Japanese
肝
kimo liver, innards; courage, spirit, pluck, guts; crux, essential point, key
キモ
kimo liver, innards; courage, spirit, pluck, guts; crux, essential point, key
きも
kimo liver, innards; courage, spirit, pluck, guts; crux, essential point, key
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