N4129/179

がひつよう

Noun + が必要だNoun + が必要ですNoun + には + が必要だ

Meanings

Need
Necessary
something is needed
to be required

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Explanation

This expression marks that something is needed or required. It is used to state that a certain thing or condition must be present for a goal to be achieved or for an action to take place. The subject of the sentence is usually the thing that is needed, and you attach が必要だ/です to that noun. You can also use には to specify the context or condition under which the thing is needed.

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Example sentences

日本語の試験には勉強時間が必要だ。

For the Japanese language exam, study time is necessary.

免許を取るにはお金が必要だ。

To obtain a license, money is necessary.

この書類には署名が必要です。

This document requires a signature.

新しい機械を買うには資金が必要だ。

To buy a new machine, funds are necessary.

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