essential materials
[ɪˈsenʃəl məˈtɪriəlz]
noun phrase
materiais essenciais
1. Basic, fundamental, or indispensable materials or substances required for a specific purpose, project, or survival
The essential materials for building a house include bricks, cement, and steel.
Os materiais essenciais para construir uma casa incluem tijolos, cimento e aço.
2. Critical supplies or components that are absolutely necessary and cannot be substituted or omitted
During the pandemic, essential materials like masks and sanitizers were in high demand.
Durante a pandemia, materiais essenciais como máscaras e desinfetantes estavam em alta demanda.
3. Basic items or raw materials required for a particular activity, craft, or field of work
A painter's essential materials include brushes, canvas, and paint.
Os materiais essenciais de um pintor incluem pincéis, tela e tinta.
In Brazil, the term 'materiais essenciais' is frequently used in educational, construction, and commercial contexts. During economic crises or emergencies, the government often controls or prioritizes the distribution of essential materials. In Portuguese culture, there is a similar emphasis on practical necessities, particularly in contexts of sustainability and resource management.
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