brauchen
Translation
to need, to require, to use
Examples
Du brauchst einen neuen Computer.
You need a new computer.
Du brauchst nicht zu warten.
You don't need to wait.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to need sth. You need a pen.
nicht zu + infinitive not to have to do sth. You don't need to wait.
Similar Words
benötigen (to require)
Etymology
From Old High German 'brūhhan' (to use, enjoy). Related to the English word 'brook' (to tolerate).
Memory Tips
'Brauchen' most commonly means 'to need'. The 'au' sound is like 'ow' in the English word 'now'.