notwendig/ˈnoːtvɛndɪç/necessary; essential; required
notwendig is a German adjective that means necessary, essential, or required. It is pronounced /ˈnoːtvɛndɪç/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "notwendiger" and "notwendigsten".
Definitions
1.needed in order to achieve or do something; essential(requirement, general)
a.required or indispensable for an action or result
Es ist notwendig, ein Visum zu beantragen, um einzureisen.—It is necessary to apply for a visa in order to enter.
b.cannot be omitted without consequences
Regelmäßige Wartung ist für den Betrieb der Maschine notwendig.—Regular maintenance is necessary for the operation of the machine.
2.strongly needed due to urgency or importance(urgent, pressing)
a.urgent, cannot be delayed
Bei einem Notfall sind schnelle Maßnahmen notwendig.—In an emergency, quick actions are necessary.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | notwendig |
|---|---|
| Comparative | notwendiger |
| Superlative | notwendigsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "notwendig" mean in English?
- "notwendig" means necessary, essential, or required. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "notwendig"?
- "notwendig" is pronounced /ˈnoːtvɛndɪç/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "notwendig"?
- The comparative of "notwendig" is "notwendiger" and the superlative is "notwendigsten".
- What part of speech is "notwendig"?
- "notwendig" is a adjective in German.
