imprescindible

essential

imprescindible(

eem

prreh

seen

dee

bleh

)

An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).

adjective

1. (crucial)

a. essential

Una actitud positiva es imprescindible para este tipo de trabajo.A positive attitude is essential for this type of job.

Los ingredientes imprescindibles para un matrimonio feliz son la paciencia y el amor.The essential ingredients for a happy marriage are patience and love.

b. indispensable

Esta guía de viaje es una herramienta imprescindible para tu viaje.This travel guide is an indispensable tool for your trip.

imprescindible

An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).

adjective

1. (general)

a. indispensable, essential

imprescindible

adjective

essential; indispensable

cosas imprescindibles essentials; es imprescindible que ... it is essential that ...; lo más imprescindible the bare essentials

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Examples

Phrases

es imprescindible	it's essential
es imprescindible que	it's essential that
deseo de tener algo que no es esencial ni imprescindible	desire to have something that's not essential or indispensable
es imprescindible que los principios	it's essential that the principles