Necesitas (en. You need)
/neθesitas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To express the need for something.
You need to study more for the exam.
Tú necesitas estudiar más para el examen.
To indicate that someone requires an object or action.
She needs help with her homework.
Ella necesitas ayuda con su tarea.
To show that it is essential to have something.
We need time to complete the project.
Nosotros necesitamos tiempo para completar el proyecto.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'necessitare', which means 'to make necessary'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
you need time
Time is needed to do something.
necesitas tiempo
you need more information
It is necessary to have more details.
necesitas más información
what you need
Refers to what is essential for a situation.
lo que necesitas
Related Words
necessary
Something that is essential.
necesario
need
The lack or requirement of something.
necesidad
to need
The verb from which 'you need' derives.
necesitar
Slang Meanings
To urgently require a favor
Today you need me to do you a favor.
Hoy necesitas que me hagas un favor.
To feel an emotional need
Sometimes you just need a hug.
A veces necesitas solo un abrazo.