necessary knowledge

[ˈnesəˌserɪ ˈnɑːlɪdʒ]
noun phrase
conhecimento necessário
1. The essential information, skills, or understanding required to accomplish a task, achieve a goal, or function effectively in a specific area
To become a doctor, you need the necessary knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Para se tornar médico, você precisa do conhecimento necessário de anatomia e fisiologia.
2. The minimum competency or awareness needed to perform a duty or make informed decisions
Parents should have the necessary knowledge to keep their children safe.
Os pais devem ter o conhecimento necessário para manter seus filhos seguros.
3. Basic or fundamental information required before proceeding with further learning or action
You must acquire the necessary knowledge before starting the advanced course.
Você deve adquirir o conhecimento necessário antes de iniciar o curso avançado.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'necessary knowledge' is frequently used in educational, professional, and safety discussions. Brazilians often emphasize 'conhecimento imprescindível' (indispensable knowledge) in formal settings, while Americans tend to use 'necessary knowledge' more broadly in everyday language. The concept is particularly important in workplace training and academic prerequisites.
NYC Slang
what you gotta know
Synonyms / Sinônimos
essential knowledgerequired knowledgerequisite knowledgevital informationcore competency
Antonyms / Antônimos
unnecessary knowledgeirrelevant informationsuperfluous knowledge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conhecimento necessário
Most common and standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
conhecimento necessário / saber essencial
Both terms are used equally; slightly more informal in casual speech
São Paulo
conhecimento necessário / conhecimento imprescindível
Both formal variations commonly used in business and academic contexts
Portugal
conhecimento necessário / saber obrigatório
Portuguese variant; 'obrigatório' is frequently used to emphasize mandatory nature

Related Words

competenceexpertiseskillunderstandingproficiencyqualificationprerequisitefundamental knowledge

Related Idioms & Phrases

have what it takes
know the ropes
get up to speed
be in the know
know the ins and outs
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