突破口

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Meaning and Usage

"突破口" literally means "breakthrough opening" and is used metaphorically to refer to a critical point or method that allows one to overcome a difficult problem or situation. It often implies finding a key insight or strategy that leads to progress.

Common Contexts

This term is frequently used in contexts such as problem-solving, negotiations, investigations, and strategic planning where identifying a decisive advantage or entry point is crucial.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 突破口哪里? (Where is the breakthrough?) — used to ask about the key point to solve a problem.
  • 突破口 (find a breakthrough) — common phrase indicating discovery of a solution or key.
  • 打开突破口 (open a breakthrough) — emphasizes initiating progress.

Usage Notes

"突破口" is a noun and typically appears as the object or complement in sentences. It is often paired with verbs like (find), 寻找 (seek), or 提供 (provide). Avoid confusing it with literal openings or passages; it is almost always metaphorical.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "突破口" with "突破" alone, which means "to break through" as a verb. "突破口" specifically refers to the point or method of breakthrough, not the action itself.

Example Sentences

We finally found the breakthrough point for this difficult problem.

Finding a breakthrough in negotiations is very important.

This investigation provided a breakthrough for the case.