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be optional
[/bi ˈɒpʃənəl/]
verb phrase
ser opcional
1.
to not be required or mandatory; to be something that one can choose to do or not do
Attending the meeting is optional for all employees.
Participar da reunião é opcional para todos os funcionários.
2.
to be available as a choice or alternative
The dessert course will be optional at the dinner.
O curso de sobremesa será opcional no jantar.
Synonyms
be voluntary
be discretionary
be elective
not be required
not be mandatory
Antonyms
be mandatory
be required
be compulsory
be obligatory
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ser opcional
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
ser opcional
common in business and formal contexts
Portugal
ser opcional
standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
take it or leave it
your call
up to you
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