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不得要领

bùdéyàolǐng

Traditional: 不得要領

fail to grasp the main points

Character Breakdown

不
bù
no, not, un-; negative prefix
HSK 1
得
dé
to obtain, to get, to acquire; suitable, proper; ready
HSK 2
要
yào
essential, necessary; to ask for; to coerce; to demand
HSK 2
领
lǐng
neck, collar; lead, guide
HSK 5

Additional Information

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