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A colorful illustration of a small, friendly bear cub sitting next to a wooden birdhouse that is half-finished. The cub is extending one empty paw toward a single shiny nail lying just out of reach, illustrating a clear necessity.

necesites

neh-seh-SEE-tehs

VerbB1regular ar
that you need?expressing desire, command, or doubt
Also:you may need?expressing possibility,you might need?expressing uncertainty

Quick Reference

infinitivenecesitar
gerundnecesitando
past Participlenecesitado

📝 In Action

Dime lo que necesites para el proyecto.

A2

Tell me what you need for the project.

Espero que no necesites mi ayuda mañana.

B1

I hope that you don't need my help tomorrow.

Si alguna vez necesites algo, llámame sin dudar.

B2

If you ever need anything, call me without hesitation.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • requieras (that you require)
  • haga falta (is necessary)

Common Collocations

  • lo que necesiteswhatever you need
  • cuando necesiteswhen you need

💡 Grammar Points

Subjunctive Mood

This form, 'necesites,' belongs to the special verb mood called the Subjunctive. We use it when the main part of the sentence expresses a wish, doubt, or a feeling about the action of 'needing,' not a simple fact.

Trigger Phrases

Phrases that express uncertainty or desire often 'trigger' this form. Look for words like 'Espero que...' (I hope that...), 'Quiero que...' (I want that...), or 'Quizás...' (Perhaps...).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Indicative and Subjunctive

Mistake: "Using the normal present tense ('necesitas') after a trigger word, like: 'Espero que tú necesitas.'"

Correction: The correct form is always the subjunctive: 'Espero que tú necesites.' The subjunctive shows the action is desired or uncertain.

⭐ Usage Tips

The 'Tú' Form

Remember this form is only for the informal 'you' (tú). If you are speaking formally (usted), you must use 'necesite' instead.

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

él/ella/ustednecesita
yonecesito
necesitas
ellos/ellas/ustedesnecesitan
nosotrosnecesitamos
vosotrosnecesitáis

imperfect

él/ella/ustednecesitaba
yonecesitaba
necesitabas
ellos/ellas/ustedesnecesitaban
nosotrosnecesitábamos
vosotrosnecesitabais

preterite

él/ella/ustednecesitó
yonecesité
necesitaste
ellos/ellas/ustedesnecesitaron
nosotrosnecesitamos
vosotrosnecesitasteis

subjunctive

present

él/ella/ustednecesite
yonecesite
necesites
ellos/ellas/ustedesnecesiten
nosotrosnecesitemos
vosotrosnecesitéis

imperfect

él/ella/ustednecesitara / necesitase
yonecesitara / necesitase
necesitaras / necesitases
ellos/ellas/ustedesnecesitaran / necesitasen
nosotrosnecesitáramos / necesitásemos
vosotrosnecesitarais / necesitaseis

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: necesites

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'necesites'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'necesites' and 'necesitas'?

'Necesitas' is the standard, everyday form, used for simple facts ('You need a book'). 'Necesites' is the special form (Subjunctive) used when the main part of the sentence expresses desire, doubt, or a command about the 'needing' ('I hope that you need a book').

Is 'necesites' used for formal or informal 'you'?

'Necesites' is used exclusively for the informal 'you' (tú). If you are speaking formally to someone (usted), you must use the form 'necesite' instead.