Prerequisite: meaning, definitions and examples

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prerequisite

[ ˌpriːˈrek.wɪ.zɪt ]

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education

A prerequisite is a requirement that must be fulfilled before you can take a certain course or participate in a certain program.

Synonyms

condition, qualification, requirement

Examples of usage

You must complete the prerequisite course before enrolling in the advanced class.
One of the prerequisites for admission is a high school diploma.

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general

A prerequisite can also refer to something that is necessary before something else can happen or exist.

Synonyms

condition, essential, necessity

Examples of usage

Patience is a prerequisite for success.
A good education is often seen as a prerequisite for a well-paying job.

Translations

Translations of the word "prerequisite" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pré-requisito

🇮🇳 पूर्वापेक्षा

🇩🇪 Voraussetzung

🇮🇩 prasyarat

🇺🇦 передумова

🇵🇱 warunek wstępny

🇯🇵 前提条件 (ぜんていじょうけん)

🇫🇷 prérequis

🇪🇸 requisito previo

🇹🇷 önkoşul

🇰🇷 전제 조건 (jeonje jogeon)

🇸🇦 شرط مسبق

🇨🇿 předpoklad

🇸🇰 predpoklad

🇨🇳 先决条件 (xiānjué tiáojiàn)

🇸🇮 predpogoj

🇮🇸 forsenda

🇰🇿 алғышарт

🇬🇪 წინაპირობა

🇦🇿 ön şərt

🇲🇽 requisito previo

Word origin

The word 'prerequisite' originated in the early 19th century, combining the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and 'requisite' meaning 'required'. The concept of prerequisites has been present in education and various fields for centuries, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling certain requirements before proceeding to more advanced levels or activities.