No. 323 in Spanish
necesidad
The Spanish word "necesidad" means "need" or "necessity."
In a sentence
La necesidad de agua potable es esencial para todos.
The need for drinking water is essential for everyone.
Used as a noun referring to a critical requirement for survival.
Tengo la necesidad de resolver este problema inmediatamente.
I have the necessity to solve this problem immediately.
Used as a noun to express a personal or emotional requirement.
El proyecto surgió a raíz de una necesidad en la comunidad.
The project arose due to a necessity in the community.
Used as a noun indicating a societal or group need prompting action.
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