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esencial

/e.sen.ˈsjal/

Essential, absolutely necessary or important.

Essential refers to something that is fundamental and cannot be removed without changing the nature of the whole.

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Palavra em 30 segundos

  • Describes something absolutely necessary for existence.
  • Used to highlight fundamental components or requirements.
  • Commonly used in formal and everyday communication.

Summary

Essential refers to something that is fundamental and cannot be removed without changing the nature of the whole.

  • Describes something absolutely necessary for existence.
  • Used to highlight fundamental components or requirements.
  • Commonly used in formal and everyday communication.

Use with the Subjunctive Mood

When using 'es esencial que', always follow it with the subjunctive verb form. This is a common requirement for expressions of necessity.

Avoid Overusing as a Filler

Don't use 'esencial' for every important task. Reserve it for things that are truly critical to the success of a project.

Essential in Academic Contexts

In Spanish academic writing, 'esencial' is a preferred term over 'muy importante' to sound more professional and precise.

Exemplos

2 de 2
1

El agua es esencial para la vida.

Water is essential for life.

2

Es esencial que entregues el informe hoy.

It is essential that you submit the report today.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
esencia
Verbo
esencializar
Adjetivo
esencial

Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'essence'. If something is part of the essence, it is essential.

Overview

'Esencial' proviene del latín 'essentia' y se refiere a lo que constituye la naturaleza misma de una cosa. Es un término de alta frecuencia que denota importancia crítica. 2) Usage Patterns: Se coloca generalmente después del sustantivo al que modifica, aunque puede aparecer antes para dar énfasis literario. Es común usarlo con el verbo ser: 'es esencial que...' seguido del modo subjuntivo. 3) Common Contexts: Se emplea en ámbitos médicos (nutrientes esenciales), laborales (habilidades esenciales) y cotidianos (es esencial llegar a tiempo). 4) Similar Words comparison: 'Necesario' implica algo que hace falta, pero 'esencial' tiene una carga de obligatoriedad mayor, sugiriendo que sin ello, el objeto pierde su propósito o identidad.

Notas de uso

Essential is used in both formal and informal registers. It carries a stronger weight than 'necesario'. In professional settings, it is a standard term for requirements.

Erros comuns

Learners often forget to use the subjunctive after 'es esencial que'. Another mistake is using it as an adverb (esencialmente) when an adjective is required.

Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'essence'. If something is part of the essence, it is essential.

Origem da palavra

Derived from Latin 'essentia', which is formed from 'esse' (to be). It literally means 'that which makes a thing what it is'.

Contexto cultural

In Spanish culture, using 'esencial' is a way to show seriousness and high priority in business or education.

Exemplos

1

El agua es esencial para la vida.

everyday

Water is essential for life.

2

Es esencial que entregues el informe hoy.

formal

It is essential that you submit the report today.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
esencia
Verbo
esencializar
Adjetivo
esencial

Colocações comuns

parte esencial essential part
requisito esencial essential requirement

Frases Comuns

aceites esenciales

essential oils

Frequentemente confundido com

esencial vs necesario

Necesario refers to something that is needed, while esencial refers to something that is foundational to the core of the subject.

Padrões gramaticais

es esencial + infinitivo es esencial que + subjuntivo

Use with the Subjunctive Mood

When using 'es esencial que', always follow it with the subjunctive verb form. This is a common requirement for expressions of necessity.

Avoid Overusing as a Filler

Don't use 'esencial' for every important task. Reserve it for things that are truly critical to the success of a project.

Essential in Academic Contexts

In Spanish academic writing, 'esencial' is a preferred term over 'muy importante' to sound more professional and precise.

Teste-se

fill blank

Completa la frase con la palabra correcta.

Para cocinar este plato, es ___ tener ingredientes frescos.

Correto! Quase. Resposta certa: esencial

Esencial indica que los ingredientes frescos son indispensables para el éxito de la receta.

Pontuação: /1

Perguntas frequentes

3 perguntas

No exactamente. Mientras que algo importante es relevante, algo esencial es indispensable; sin ello, el resultado final no puede lograrse.

Se construye como 'Es esencial que + sujeto + verbo en subjuntivo'. Por ejemplo: 'Es esencial que estudies para el examen'.

Sí, el significado es universal en todo el mundo hispano, aunque el nivel de formalidad puede variar ligeramente según el contexto.

Gramática relacionada

Expressões Impessoais: É lógico que... (Ser + Subjuntivo) B1 Dar conselhos educados (O modo subjuntivo) B1 Conceitos Gerais: Uso do artigo definido (La paciencia) B2
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