What is the Spanish word for "obligatory"?

Learn how to say "obligatory" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

obligatory

Spanish

obligatorio

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Alternative translations of "obligatory"

forzoso
imperativo
necesario
indispensable

Examples of how to use "obligatory" in Spanish

English
His attendance at the meeting was obligatory.
Spanish
Su asistencia a la reunión era obligatoria.
English
Wearing a helmet is obligatory on the site.
Spanish
Es obligatorio usar casco en el sitio.
English
Attendance at the meeting was obligatory for everyone.
Spanish
La asistencia a la reunión era obligatoria para todos.
English
A signature is obligatory on this application form.
Spanish
Es obligatorio firmar en este formulario de solicitud.
English
It felt obligatory to say thank you first.
Spanish
Sentí que era obligatorio dar las gracias primero.

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