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essential
Absolutely necessary, vital, or fundamental for the existence or functioning of something. It is a synonym of 'essenziell' (essential).
Eine ausgewogene Ernährung ist essentiell für die Gesundheit.
A balanced diet is essential for health.
The adjective 'essentiell' (essential) is related to the noun 'die Essenz' (the essence, the core of something). Something that is essential therefore concerns the core or foundation of something.
Vertrauen ist die Essenz einer guten Beziehung.
Trust is the essence of a good relationship.
When you want to express what something is necessary for, 'essentiell' (essential) is very often used with the preposition 'für' and the accusative.
Regelmäßige Pausen sind essentiell für konzentriertes Arbeiten.
Regular breaks are essential for focused work.
Common combinations are 'essentielle Nährstoffe' (essential nutrients) or the phrase 'von essentieller Bedeutung sein' (to be of essential importance). This emphasizes the often scientific or analytical context of the word.
Dieses Detail ist für das Verständnis des Falles von essentieller Bedeutung.
This detail is of essential importance for understanding the case.
'Essentiell' (essential) belongs to an elevated or educated style of expression. It gives a statement more weight and is often used in technical or scientific texts.
Die Digitalisierung ist ein essentieller Faktor für die zukünftige Wettbewerbsfähigkeit.
Digitalization is an essential factor for future competitiveness.
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Notwendig and essentiell can both refer to a requirement or an important component. Notwendig generally says that something is needed, whereas essentiell additionally emphasizes its fundamental or central importance. Use „notwendig“ for what is required and „essentiell“ when something would be very difficult to function or exist without it. Essentiell is a synonym of „essenziell“.
Für das Funktionieren des Teams ist gegenseitiges Vertrauen essentiell.
Mutual trust is essential for the team to function.
Für den Ausflug ist warme Kleidung notwendig.
Warm clothing is necessary for the outing.
