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    Essentiel (en. Essential)

    /es.ɑ̃.sjɛl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which is of major importance.
    Water is essential to life.
    L'eau est essentielle à la vie.
    That which constitutes the very essence of something.
    It is essential to understand the problem to find a solution.
    Il est essentiel de comprendre le problème pour trouver une solution.
    That which cannot be omitted without consequences.
    This is an essential aspect of your training.
    C'est un aspect essentiel de votre formation.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'essentialis', derived from 'essentia' which means 'being, essence'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    search for the essential
    Trying to focus on what is important.
    recherche de l'essentiel
    the essential is invisible to the eyes
    What is truly important cannot always be seen.
    l'essentiel est invisible pour les yeux
    get to the point
    Focus on what is most important.
    aller à l'essentiel

    Related Words

    essence
    Nature or character of something.
    essence
    essentiality
    Quality of what is essential.
    essentialité
    essential to
    That which is necessary for or is an integral part of.
    essentiel à

    Slang Meanings

    Super important.
    This document is really the essence for the project.
    Ce document, c'est vraiment l'essentiel pour le projet.
    Major.
    Friends are essential for me in life.
    Les amis, c'est essentiel pour moi dans la vie.