need
🇺🇸
/niːd/
🇬🇧
/niːd/
verb
A1
to have to have something because it is important
We need more food for the party.
A1
used to show what you must do
You need to study for the test.
R
used to say something is not necessary
You need not worry about the test.
noun
A2
when something must be done
There is a need for more books in the library.
A2
a strong want for something
I feel a need to help others.
A2
things you must have to live well
Food and water are basic needs.
A2
not having enough food or money
We help people in need.
translation
to have to have something because it is important; used to show what you must do; used to say something is not necessary
when something must be done; a strong want for something; things you must have to live well; not having enough food or money
Word Forms
3rd Present
needs
Past
needed
Perfect
needed
Progressive
needing
Plural
needs