No. 1,269 in Spanish

esencial

Essential; indispensable; fundamental.

In a sentence

Es esencial preparar los ingredientes antes de cocinar.
It's essential to prepare the ingredients before cooking.
Emphasizes the importance of an action.
El amor es esencial para una vida feliz.
Love is essential for a happy life.
Defines a fundamental element for an abstract concept.
La cooperación entre equipos es esencial para el éxito del proyecto.
Cooperation between teams is essential for the project's success.
Highlights critical factors for achieving a goal.

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