Japanese Word of the Day
必要
/hissh YOU/ • adjective — 18th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: necessary; essential
Examples
- この道具は仕事に必要です。
(This tool is necessary for the job.) - あなたの助けが必要です。
(I need your help.) - 健康には運動が必要だ。
(Exercise is necessary for health.)
Synonyms
- 必須
- 欠かせない
必要 is commonly used when talking about things that are needed or essential in various contexts, such as studying, work, and daily life.
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