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necessary in German

necessary in German is notwendig, nötig, erforderlich — necessary means required or essential in order to achieve something or avoid a problem.

necessary in German

notwendig
adj
Required, essential, whether logically inescapable or needed in order to achieve a desired result or avoid some penalty.
nötig
adj
Required, essential, whether logically inescapable or needed in order to achieve a desired result or avoid some penalty.
erforderlich
adj
Required, essential, whether logically inescapable or needed in order to achieve a desired result or avoid some penalty.
geboten
adj
Required, essential, whether logically inescapable or needed in order to achieve a desired result or avoid some penalty.
zwangsläufig
adj
Required, essential, whether logically inescapable or needed in order to achieve a desired result or avoid some penalty.
geboten
adj
zwangsläufig
adj

What does "necessary" mean?

  1. adj Required or essential in order to achieve something or avoid a problem.
    "Water is necessary for all forms of life."
  2. noun Informal: whatever is required to get something done (often "do the necessary").
    "Leave it with me, I'll do the necessary."

necessary in a sentence

  • Water is necessary for all forms of life.
  • It may be necessary to reschedule the meeting.
  • Leave it with me, I'll do the necessary.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "necessary" in German?

"necessary" in German is notwendig, nötig, erforderlich. necessary means: Required or essential in order to achieve something or avoid a problem.

How do you use "necessary" in a sentence?

Example: "Water is necessary for all forms of life." In German, "necessary" is notwendig, nötig, erforderlich.

Are there other ways to say "necessary" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "necessary": notwendig, nötig, erforderlich, geboten, zwangsläufig.

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