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key qualities

[/kiː ˈkwɒlɪtiz/]
noun phrase
qualidades-chave
1. The most important or essential characteristics or attributes of a person, thing, or concept
The key qualities of a good leader include integrity and communication skills.
As qualidades-chave de um bom líder incluem integridade e habilidades de comunicação.
2. Fundamental traits that determine success or effectiveness in a particular context
Patience and attention to detail are key qualities for a software developer.
Paciência e atenção aos detalhes são qualidades-chave para um desenvolvedor de software.
Synonyms
essential attributescore characteristicsprimary traitsmain featuresfundamental qualities
Antonyms
minor qualitiessecondary characteristicsinsignificant traits

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
qualidades-chave
Standard usage in business and educational contexts
São Paulo
qualidades principais
Alternative, commonly used in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
qualidades essenciais
More formal variation
Portugal
qualidades-chave
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

have what it takes
the right stuff
the mark of a true professional
stand out from the crowd
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