This kanji means main point or necessity. It can also mean need or be necessary.

on readings:
kun readings:
  • i
examples:
hitsuyō necessary, requisite
iru need, be necessary
jūyō important
shuyō principal, major
yōin important factor, chief cause
yōken important matter, condition, requisite
yōso element, factor
yōten main point, gist
yōyaku summary

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Last Alteration Performed: 3 January 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.