Japanese

ひつよう
Meaning: necessary, needed, required
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

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Example sentences

旅行にはパスポートが必要だ
A passport is necessary for travel.
周囲の状況を考慮しつつ、慎重に計画を進める必要があります。
Considering the surrounding situation, we need to proceed with the plan carefully.
必要ならば、私が手伝います。
If necessary, I will help.
鞄の中には必要な物だけを入れている。
I carry only the necessary things in my bag.
旅行に行くためには、もっとお金を貯める必要がある。
I need to save more money to go on a trip.

Usage Notes

Functions as both a noun and na-adjective. Used with が or を to indicate what is needed. The phrase 'Xが必要だ' means 'X is necessary'. Can be modified by adverbs like とても (very) or あまり (not very) when used as an adjective.

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