necessary items

[ˈnesəˌseri ˈaɪtəmz]
noun phrasepl: necessary items
itens necessários
1. Essential things that are required or needed for a particular purpose, survival, or daily functioning
When packing for a camping trip, make sure to bring necessary items like a tent, sleeping bag, and first aid kit.
Ao fazer malas para uma viagem de acampamento, certifique-se de trazer itens necessários como barraca, saco de dormir e kit de primeiros socorros.
2. Basic goods or supplies that are indispensable for living
The store sells necessary items such as food, water, and medicine.
A loja vende itens necessários como comida, água e medicamentos.
In Brazil, the concept of 'itens necessários' is often discussed in contexts of social assistance programs and minimum living standards, reflecting concerns about poverty and access to basic goods. In the USA, this phrase is commonly used in consumer contexts, emergency preparedness, and travel planning discussions.
NYC Slang
the essentials
Synonyms / Sinônimos
essentialsnecessitiesrequired itemsbasic needsindispensable goods
Antonyms / Antônimos
luxuriesnon-essential itemsfrivolous goodsunnecessary items

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
itens necessários
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
coisas necessárias
More colloquial, informal variant
São Paulo
itens essenciais
Common alternative in business and formal contexts
Portugal
artigos necessários
More formal, used in official documentation

Related Words

essentialssuppliesprovisionsrequirementsbasicsnecessities

Related Idioms & Phrases

the bare necessities
must-haves
need-to-haves
cannot do without
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