Il est essentiel
C’est essentiel

The Subjunctivisor!

Does il est essentiel / c’est essentiel require the subjunctive?

Yes, il est essentiel / c’est essentiel requires the subjunctive:

Par exemple…

Il est essentiel / C’est essentiel que tu sois à l’heure.
It is essential that you be on time.

 
Il est / C’est essentiel is an impersonal expression.

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