core attribute

[kɔːr ˈætrɪbjuːt]
nounpl: core attributes
atributo essencial / característica fundamental
1. A fundamental or essential characteristic, quality, or property that defines the nature or identity of something or someone
Honesty is a core attribute of his character.
A honestidade é um atributo essencial do seu caráter.
2. In computing and data management, a primary or essential feature or property of an object, entity, or system
The user ID and email are core attributes in the database schema.
O ID do usuário e o email são atributos essenciais no esquema do banco de dados.
3. In business and organizational contexts, a key characteristic required for success or performance
Leadership is considered a core attribute for executive positions.
A liderança é considerada uma característica fundamental para posições executivas.
The term 'core attribute' is widely used in both American and Brazilian professional, academic, and technological contexts. In Brazil, it's particularly prevalent in tech companies and modern business settings in São Paulo. The concept emphasizes essential qualities over superficial characteristics, reflecting a values-oriented approach common in contemporary organizational culture across both English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
essential featurefundamental characteristickey propertyprimary traitmain quality
Antonyms / Antônimos
peripheral attributesecondary featurenon-essential characteristicminor quality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atributo essencial / característica fundamental
Most commonly used in formal and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
qualidade principal / característica básica
More colloquial usage in everyday speech
São Paulo
atributo central / propriedade chave
Technical and business terminology preferred
Portugal
atributo central / características essenciais
Similar to Brazilian Portuguese but with slight formal variations

Related Words

attributecharacteristicpropertyfeaturequalityessencefoundationcore

Related Idioms & Phrases

at its core
the heart of the matter
the essence of
the foundation of
what makes it tick
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