Esencial (en. Essential)

/e.sen.cjal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something of utmost importance or that cannot be dispensed with.
Water is essential for life.
El agua es esencial para la vida.
Belonging to the essence or nature of something.
Essentially, we are all equal.
Esencialmente, todos somos iguales.
Indispensable or necessary in a specific context.
Communication is essential in teamwork.
La comunicación es esencial en el trabajo en equipo.

Etymology

From Latin 'essentialis', which comes from 'essentia', meaning essence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be essential
to be very important or necessary.
ser esencial
essential thing
something that is absolutely necessary.
cosa esencial
essential for success
crucial to achieving success in a specific task.
esencial para el éxito

Related Words

essence
Nature or intrinsic quality of something.
esencia
foundation
Base or principle upon which something rests.
fundamento
relevant
That has importance or meaning in a given context.
relevante

Slang Meanings

Something that is considered indispensable.
That song is essential for the party.
Esa canción es esencial para la fiesta.
A concept that is taken for granted but is really important.
Positive energy is essential in our lives.
La energía positiva es esencial en nuestras vidas.