[ yánbìyǒuzhòng ] speak to the purpose [the point of articulation]; clear up the matter in a single sentence; hit the target with one remark; hit ... with one vivid expression; what he says is always to the point.; whenever one says sth. one hits the nail on the head.; whenever one speaks, he speaks to the point.: 夫人不言, 言必有中。 that man is no talker; but when he does say anything, he invariably hits the mark