CEFR A1 · Verbs

need

/niːd/ 📚 Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)

Synonyms & Antonyms

As a verb, 'need' means to require something because it is essential or very important. It shows that something is necessary.

Synonyms

require must have necessitate

Antonyms

not need have enough lack

Translations

need in your language

🇸🇦

عربي

يحتاج إلى

🇵🇰

اردو

ضرورت ہے

🇮🇳

हिंदी

ज़रूरत है

🇨🇳

中文

需要

Easy Explanation

It means you must have something. It is very important for you. You cannot do without it.

💡

Memory TipThink of 'need' as something you 'must have'.

Contextual Examples

I need (require) to buy some groceries for dinner tonight.

Do you need (have to have) help with that heavy box?

She really needs (must have) a new pair of shoes for the party.

Pronunciation & Context