Spanish Phrase
¿Qué info es clave?
Meaning
The sentence asks for the most important piece of information in a given context. It’s a quick way to pinpoint the core data that matters most.
When to use
Use this phrase in informal meetings, brainstorming sessions, or when you need to cut through details and get to the heart of a matter. It works well in both professional and casual conversations, as long as the setting isn’t overly formal.
✦Grammar Breakdown
¿Quéinfoesclave?
¿Qué?
Interrogative pronoun meaning 'what', always carries an accent in questions.
info
Colloquial abbreviation of 'información'; acceptable in spoken Spanish and informal writing.
es (ser)
The verb 'ser' is used to describe inherent or essential qualities, such as 'clave' (key).
clave
Adjective meaning 'key', 'essential', or 'crucial'. It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
🗨In Conversation
¿Qué info es clave para lanzar la campaña?
What info is key to launch the campaign?
El público objetivo y el presupuesto son lo más importante.
The target audience and the budget are the most important.
✕Common Mistakes
¿Qué info son clave?
The verb must agree with the singular noun; use 'es' not 'son'.
¿Que info es clave?
The interrogative 'qué' always carries an accent in questions.
¿Qué información es clave?
While grammatically correct, this version is formal; using 'info' makes the tone casual.
↔Alternatives
¿Qué información es esencial?
What information is essential?
¿Cuál es el dato más importante?
Which data is the most important?
¿Qué punto es fundamental?
What point is fundamental?
Cultural Tip
The word 'info' is widely understood across Spanish‑speaking countries, but it’s considered informal. In formal reports, presentations, or academic writing, replace it with 'información' or 'datos'. Also, remember that 'clave' can be used both literally (a key) and figuratively (crucial).