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What is the difference between need and require ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
What is the difference between need and require ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
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Need is when you depend on having that thing, you really need that thing. For example, plants need water and sunlight to grow. Require for example is, "The teacher requires you to have a pencil and notebook".
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They both mean the same thing but "require" is used formally and commanding and "need" is used politely or as a request. For example : " You require to eat three meals a day to stay healthy." or " I need to eat I'm so hungry." I hope this helps :)
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Anyeongtbh's is the more accurate. Sometimes people use them as wasabkieu when they are trying to sound pretensions.
I need oxygen, you are required by law to do something. I need some eggs for my breakfast, you are required to have 2 eggs, a tomato, half a cup of milk, and 1 oz of onions by the recipe...
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as said above, their both the same. But, "require" is often used in more formal settings like school or work, and when talking in general situation while "need" can be used in every situation, and often when the message is directed at someone or some group, on a more personal level.
"Good English is required to pass this course."
"You need to finish this assignment."
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It's pretty much the same thing. Though 'require' is more formal :)
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