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Lv 2Grammar expressionSeen on past TOPIK papersBeginner · TOPIK I

-을 필요가 있다

need to ~

Attaches to a verb stem to state that something is necessary; more formal and objective than -어야 하다, often pointing out a general or logical necessity.

Examples

  • 건강을 위해 규칙적으로 운동할 필요가 있다.

    You need to exercise regularly for your health.

  • 이 문제에 대해 더 신중하게 생각할 필요가 있어요.

    We need to think more carefully about this issue.

  • 회의 전에 자료를 미리 읽을 필요가 있습니다.

    You need to read the materials in advance before the meeting.

Examples written by Korea TOPIK Center.

Quick check

  1. 1. What does ‘-을 필요가 있다’ mean?

  2. 2. Which form means “need to ~”?