手段 (shǒu duàn): method, means

In order to pass the exam, he reviewed until late at night every day. Although this method was tiring, it was very effective.

The police used high-tech means to find the missing child, and the family was very grateful.

The company used the method of lowering prices to attract customers, and as a result, sales increased greatly.

Educating children cannot rely only on punishment; we need to find more appropriate educational methods.

He got that job by deceptive means, but later the company found out.