benötigen
Translation
to need, to require
Examples
Benötigst du meine Hilfe?
Do you need my help?
Du benötigst einen Stift.
You need a pen.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to need sth. for sth. I need money for the trip.
Similar Words
Synonyms: brauchen; Antonyms: entbehren (to do without)
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' (which often makes verbs transitive) and 'nötig' (necessary). Literally 'to make necessary'.
Memory Tips
Connects to the English word 'need' via the related German word 'nötig' (necessary). 'Benötigen' is a slightly more formal version of 'brauchen'.