1.
decisive factor; determining factor
An element or condition that plays a key role in determining an outcome.
A compound of 決定 (decision, determination) and 要素 (element, factor). Used in analytical discussions about what causes or influences a particular outcome.
Common in business, academic, sports commentary, and everyday analytical conversation.
Common collocations
- 成功の決定要素: the decisive factor for success
- 最大の決定要素: the biggest deciding factor
- 重要な決定要素: an important determining factor