universal requirement

[/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl rɪˈkwaɪrmənt/]
noun phrasepl: universal requirements
requisito universal
1. A requirement or condition that applies to all people, organizations, or situations without exception
A valid passport is a universal requirement for international travel.
Um passaporte válido é um requisito universal para viagens internacionais.
2. A standard or rule that must be met in all circumstances or by all parties involved
Health insurance is becoming a universal requirement in many countries.
O seguro de saúde está se tornando um requisito universal em muitos países.
3. An essential condition that applies across all contexts or domains
Honesty is considered a universal requirement for ethical business practices.
A honestidade é considerada um requisito universal para práticas comerciais éticas.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'universal requirement' is used primarily in formal, legal, academic, and administrative settings. In Brazil, it's commonly found in educational policies, government regulations, and corporate guidelines. In the United States, it frequently appears in healthcare, immigration, and employment law discussions. The concept reflects a commitment to standardization and equality across different sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mandatory requirementcompulsory conditiongeneral requirementfundamental requirementessential requirement
Antonyms / Antônimos
optional requirementselective requirementconditional requirementexemption

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
requisito universal
Most common and formal usage
São Paulo
exigência universal
Alternative formal term, commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
requisito universal
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
requisito universal
Identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

standardprerequisiteobligationmandatespecificationcriterion

Related Idioms & Phrases

across the board
without exception
one size fits all
no ifs, ands, or buts
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