essentiel

/ɛsɑ̃sjɛl/
1.
adjectivemasculineSing

essential

vital

indispensable

Il est essentiel de vérifier l'itinéraire avant de partir.

It's essential to check the route before leaving.

2.
nounmasculineSing

the main point

the essentials

the most important thing

Prends juste l'essentiel pour le voyage.

Just take the essentials for the trip.

Synonyms:le principal, le plus important