obligatory item
[/əˈblɪɡətɔːri ˈaɪtəm/]
nounpl: obligatory items
item obrigatório
1. Something that must be included, completed, or provided as a requirement or duty
Wearing a seatbelt is an obligatory item in all cars.
Usar cinto de segurança é um item obrigatório em todos os carros.
2. A component or element that is mandatory and cannot be omitted
A passport is an obligatory item for international travel.
Um passaporte é um item obrigatório para viagens internacionais.
3. A required element in a checklist, form, or procedure
Health insurance is now an obligatory item for employment.
Seguro de saúde agora é um item obrigatório para emprego.
The term 'obligatory item' is used in both American and Brazilian contexts for legal, administrative, and regulatory requirements. In Brazil, it's commonly found in workplace regulations, safety protocols, and government documentation. The phrase emphasizes non-negotiable requirements, making it particularly important in formal and official communications.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a must-have
a requirement
no ifs, ands, or buts about it
it comes with the territory
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