No. 2,051 in Portuguese
crucial
Essential or highly important.
In a sentence
É crucial que você chegue cedo à reunião para que possamos discutir os pontos importantes.
It is crucial that you arrive early at the meeting so we can discuss the important points.
In this sentence, 'crucial' is used to describe the imperative nature or high importance of arriving early to achieve a specific purpose.
O apoio dos colegas foi crucial para que o projeto fosse concluído com sucesso.
The support from colleagues was crucial for the project to be successfully completed.
Here, 'crucial' emphasizes the critical role that the support from colleagues played in ensuring the success of the project.
A escolha do local certo é crucial para o sucesso do evento.
Choosing the right venue is crucial for the success of the event.
In this case, 'crucial' highlights the pivotal importance of selecting an appropriate venue in relation to the event's overall success outcome.
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