Korean

하다

필요하다
Meaning: to be necessary, to need
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

必
要

Example sentences

I need more time to finish this work.
많은 양의 물이 필요합니다.
A large amount of water is needed.
웹 사이트에서 필요한 자료를 찾았다.
I found the necessary materials on the website.
기업의 성공을 위해서는 명확한 전략이 필요하다.
A clear strategy is needed for a company's success.
일정 변경이 필요합니다.
A schedule change is necessary.
의사는 환자에게 절대적인 안정이 필요하다고 말했다.
The doctor said that the patient needed absolute rest.
그 문제에 대한 논의가 필요합니다.
A discussion about that issue is necessary.
필요한 서류를 모두 제출해 주세요.
Please submit all the necessary documents.
시장에 가기 전에 필요한 물건들의 리스트를 작성했다.
I made a list of necessary items before going to the market.
피해에 대한 적절한 보상이 필요합니다.
Appropriate compensation for the damage is necessary.

Usage Notes

An adjective that means something is required or essential.

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