avoir besoin

avoir besoin
A verb phrase is a group of words that functions as a verb in a sentence to convey an action, condition, or state (e.g., jeter un sort, avoir faim).
verb phrase
a. to need
Je n’ai pas besoin que tu m’accompagnes. Je peux y aller tout seul.I don't need you to come with me. I can go by myself.
b. to be in need
J’ai besoin d’un point de vue extérieur sur mon travail.I’m in need of an outside perspective on my work.
c. to have need
Tu n’auras pas besoin de tous ces vêtements. On ne part qu’une semaine.You’ll have no need of all those clothes. We're only going for a week.
d. to want
Cette maison a du charme, mais elle a besoin d’un bon coup de neuf.This house has charm, but it wants a good makeover.
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