compulsory characteristics

[kəmˈpʌlsəri ˌkærəktərˈɪstɪks]
noun phrasepl: compulsory characteristics
características obrigatórias
1. Essential or mandatory features, qualities, or attributes that must be present or included according to rules, regulations, or requirements
The compulsory characteristics of a valid passport include a photograph and an expiration date.
As características obrigatórias de um passaporte válido incluem uma fotografia e uma data de validade.
2. Required traits or specifications that cannot be omitted in a particular context, system, or standard
The software must meet all the compulsory characteristics outlined in the technical specifications.
O software deve atender todas as características obrigatórias definidas nas especificações técnicas.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese technical, legal, and administrative contexts. It appears frequently in software documentation, regulatory compliance documents, educational standards, and government specifications. Understanding this term is essential for professionals working in IT, engineering, law, and quality assurance sectors in Portuguese-speaking countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mandatory characteristicsrequired featuresessential attributesobligatory traitsnecessary specifications
Antonyms / Antônimos
optional characteristicsvoluntary featuresdiscretionary attributesnon-essential traits

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
características obrigatórias
Standard term used in technical, legal, and administrative contexts
Portugal
características obrigatórias
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; formal and technical contexts
São Paulo
características obrigatórias / requisitos obrigatórios
Frequently used in business and technology sectors
Rio de Janeiro
características obrigatórias
Commonly used in institutional and governmental contexts

Related Words

mandatoryrequirementspecificationstandardregulationattribute

Related Idioms & Phrases

must-have features
non-negotiable requirements
the bare essentials
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