1. Fundamental skills or competencies that are absolutely necessary or critically important for a specific task, role, or objective
Communication and problem-solving are essential abilities for any manager.
Comunicação e resolução de problemas são habilidades essenciais para qualquer gerente.
2. Core competencies required to perform basic functions or meet minimum standards
Reading and writing are essential abilities in modern society.
Leitura e escrita são habilidades essenciais na sociedade moderna.