Korean

필요
Meaning: need, necessity
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

必
要

Example sentences

I need your help to finish this work.
일정 조정이 필요합니다.
The schedule needs adjustment.
해외여행에는 여권이 필요합니다.
You need a passport for overseas travel.
이 문을 열려면 열쇠가 필요해요.
You need a key to open this door.
이 문제는 그의 뛰어난 두뇌를 필요로 했다.
This problem required his brilliant intellect.
작은 실수에도 그렇게 화낼 필요는 없잖아.
There's no need to get that angry over a small mistake.
가게의 모든 물건에는 가격표가 붙어 있어 따로 물어볼 필요가 없다.
Every item in the shop has a price tag, so there's no need to ask separately.
새로운 도전을 겁낼 필요는 없다.
There is no need to fear new challenges.

Usage Notes

When combined with '하다' (to do), '필요하다' means 'to be necessary' or 'to need'.

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