verb
potrzebować
/pɔtʂɛˈbɔvat͡ɕ/· czasownikAlso
wymagać
Definition
To require something because it is essential or very important.
Examples
I need help with my homework, it's very difficult.
Potrzebuję pomocy z pracą domową, jest bardzo trudna.
Plants need water and sunlight to grow well.
Rośliny potrzebują wody i światła słonecznego, aby dobrze rosnąć.
Synonyms
Collocations
need to doneed helpneed money
noun
potrzeba
/pɔˈtʂɛba/· rzeczownikDefinition
A situation in which something is necessary or wanted.
Examples
There's no need to worry, everything will be fine.
Nie ma potrzeby się martwić, wszystko będzie dobrze.
He has a great need for affection and attention.
On ma wielką potrzebę uczucia i uwagi.
Synonyms
Collocations
in needbasic needsspecial needs
Word forms
neededpast simpleneedingpresent participleneedsthird person singular
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