human requirement

[ˈhjuːmən rɪˈkwaɪərmənt]
nounpl: human requirements
requisito humano
1. A necessary condition or need that must be fulfilled for human beings to function, survive, or thrive
Access to clean water is a basic human requirement.
O acesso à água limpa é um requisito humano básico.
2. A specification or standard in design, development, or policy that accounts for human needs, capabilities, or limitations
The software must meet human requirement standards for accessibility.
O software deve atender aos padrões de requisitos humanos para acessibilidade.
3. An essential condition related to human factors in organizational, workplace, or project contexts
Proper lighting is a human requirement in the workplace.
A iluminação adequada é um requisito humano no local de trabalho.
The term 'human requirement' is widely used in Brazilian and international contexts within engineering, software development, occupational health, and human rights discussions. In Brazil, there is growing emphasis on 'requisitos humanos' in workplace legislation and product design, reflecting increasing awareness of employee well-being and universal design principles. In the USA, this term is prominent in accessibility law (ADA compliance) and user-centered design methodologies.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
human needbasic necessityessential requirementhuman necessityfundamental need
Antonyms / Antônimos
optional featureluxurynon-essentialsuperfluous requirement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
requisito humano
Most common formal translation used in technical and policy contexts
General Brazilian
necessidade humana
More informal, commonly used in everyday contexts
São Paulo
exigência humana
Alternative term emphasizing the mandatory nature of the requirement
Portugal
requisito humano
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal and technical usage is consistent

Related Words

human factorsaccessibilityhuman-centered designuser needsergonomicswell-beingspecifications

Related Idioms & Phrases

meet human requirements
fulfill basic human needs
account for human factors
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