No. 575 in French
nécessité
Necessity; something that is required or indispensable.
In a sentence
La nécessité d'apprendre une nouvelle langue est une opportunité enrichissante.
The necessity of learning a new language is an enriching opportunity.
Used as a noun referring to the importance or need for something.
Il a compris la nécessité de pratiquer régulièrement pour améliorer ses compétences.
He understood the necessity of practicing regularly to improve his skills.
Used as a noun indicating the obligation or essential requirement to do something.
Face à l'urgence, la nécessité d'agir immédiatement était évidente.
In the face of urgency, the necessity to act immediately was evident.
Used as a noun emphasizing the critical need or urgent requirement for action.
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