need — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

need (/niːd/)

verb, noun  ·  Beginner  ·  Common Verbs

🔊 /niːd/

Meaning

Meaning: must have

To require something because it is essential or very important.

Examples

🗣 I need some help with this.

Etymology

From Old English ‘neod’ (necessity, duty).

How & Where It’s Used

One of the most common verbs; stronger than ‘want’.

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