HSK 7
能愿动词：需
Modal verb: 需 (need)
Explanation
The modal verb 需 (xū) means 'to need', placed before the main verb to indicate necessity. It is typically used in formal or written style, carrying an objective tone. For example: '父亲的身体需休养一段时间' (Father's health needs a period of rest) or '我们仍需耐心等待' (We still need to wait patiently).
Examples
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The grammar point “能愿动词：需” (Modal verb: 需 (need)) is one of the key structures at HSK 7. To use it fluently, you need to understand the contexts where it's used and practice regularly.
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