essential
/ɪˈsenʃəl/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #1969 in the learning path
必不可少的；必要的
Definitions
adj. Completely necessary for a particular purpose or situation
必不可少的；必要的
adj. Relating to the most important characteristics of something
本质的；基本的
n. A necessary item or basic fact, usually mentioned in plural
必需品；基本要点
Example
A warm coat is essential for this winter walk.
这次冬日散步必须穿一件暖和的外套。
Access to clean drinking water is essential for preventing disease and improving public health.
获得清洁饮用水对预防疾病和改善公共卫生至关重要。
Collocations
- essential for survival
- essential services
- essential equipment
- daily essentials
Word family
- essentially (adv.)
- essence (n.)
- nonessential (adj.)
Synonyms
- necessary
- vital
- indispensable
Antonyms
- unnecessary
- optional
Usage tip
名词常用复数 essentials，表示必需品或基本要点。
FAQ
- What does essential mean?
- Completely necessary for a particular purpose or situation Relating to the most important characteristics of something A necessary item or basic fact, usually mentioned in plural
- How is essential pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈsenʃəl/, US /ɪˈsenʃəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
