必需

bìxū

to need

Dictionary entry

to need; to require; essential

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必
需

See it in sentences

水是人体必需的。

Shuǐ shì réntǐ bìxū de.

English

Water is essential for the human body.

出行前要带必需的物品。

Chūxíng qián yào dài bìxū de wùpǐn.

English

Bring the essential items before a trip.

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