require — to need something or make something necessary
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to need something or make something necessary
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈkwaɪər/
Korean meaning: 요구하다
Korean pronunciation: 리-콰이-어 (강세: 콰이)
Example Sentences
- My mom requires me to clean my room, but my room requires a miracle to be truly clean!
- This recipe requires patience, but I require pizza right now!
- The university requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for admission.
require
VERB//rɪˈkwaɪər//
to need something or make something necessary
The job requires strong communication skills.
The mission required extra supplies before departure. (REQUIRE = REQUEST + NEED → to need something or demand it as necessary)
Acquire what you require, then inspire others through success.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'requerre', derived from Latin 'requirere', combining 're-' (again) and 'quaerere' (to seek or ask). The word entered Middle English through Norman French influence.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“This matter requires immediate attention.”
“You require permission to enter this area.”
“Learning a language requires constant effort.”
“It's a legal requirement to wear a seatbelt.”
“A high school diploma is the minimum requirement.”
📝Examples
“My mom requires me to clean my room, but my room requires a miracle to be truly clean!”
“This recipe requires patience, but I require pizza right now!”
“The university requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for admission.”
“The new safety regulations require all workers to wear helmets.”
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