requerimiento
“requerimiento” means “requirement” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
requirement
Also: prerequisite, specification
📝 In Action
El primer requerimiento para el puesto es hablar inglés.
A2The first requirement for the position is to speak English.
No cumplo con los requerimientos técnicos para instalar el juego.
B1I don't meet the technical requirements to install the game.
Es un requerimiento indispensable para graduarse.
B2It is an essential requirement to graduate.
formal request, summons
Also: notification, injunction
📝 In Action
Recibió un requerimiento judicial en su casa.
B2He received a court summons at his house.
El banco envió un requerimiento de pago por la deuda.
B2The bank sent a formal payment demand for the debt.
La policía hizo un requerimiento de documentos.
C1The police made a formal request for documents.
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Quick Quiz: requerimiento
Question 1 of 3
Which word would you use if a judge sends you a formal order to appear?
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From the Spanish verb 'requerir,' which comes from the Latin 'requirere.' This is made of 're-' (again) and 'quaerere' (to ask or seek). It literally means 'to seek again' or 'to search for intensely.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'requisito' and 'requerimiento'?
They are very close! 'Requisito' is a general rule or condition (like needing a passport). 'Requerimiento' feels more like a formal demand or a specific technical need.
Is it always a noun?
Yes, 'requerimiento' is the noun form. If you want the action, use the verb 'requerir' (to require).
Can I use it for grocery needs?
No. For things you need to buy or eat, use 'necesidades' or 'lista de la compra'.