Significado
Requiring something essential.
Contexto cultural
In Greece, expressing needs is a way to build intimacy. It shows you trust the other person. Similar to Italy or Spain, the focus is on the social aspect of the need. In some cultures, saying 'I have a need' can sound like a burden, but in Greece, it is a social glue. The concept of 'anagki' is shared across many Balkan languages, reflecting a history of mutual reliance.
Use 'από'
Always remember to add 'από' before nouns. It makes you sound much more fluent.
Emotional weight
Use this phrase when you want to show you are being serious or vulnerable.
Significado
Requiring something essential.
Use 'από'
Always remember to add 'από' before nouns. It makes you sound much more fluent.
Emotional weight
Use this phrase when you want to show you are being serious or vulnerable.
Social connection
Don't be afraid to express needs; it's a sign of trust in Greek culture.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.
Έχω ανάγκη ____ βοήθεια.
The phrase 'έχω ανάγκη' requires 'από' when followed by a noun.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option.
Option 2 is the only one that uses the correct preposition 'από' for a noun.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Είσαι κουρασμένος; B: Ναι, ____ ____ ____ έναν ύπνο.
You need the noun phrase 'έχω ανάγκη από' before the noun 'έναν ύπνο'.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosΈχω ανάγκη ____ βοήθεια.
The phrase 'έχω ανάγκη' requires 'από' when followed by a noun.
Choose the best option.
Option 2 is the only one that uses the correct preposition 'από' for a noun.
A: Είσαι κουρασμένος; B: Ναι, ____ ____ ____ έναν ύπνο.
You need the noun phrase 'έχω ανάγκη από' before the noun 'έναν ύπνο'.
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Preguntas frecuentes
3 preguntasNo, use it for things you truly need. For simple wants, use 'θέλω'.
It is neutral. It works in almost any situation.
It acts as a bridge between the noun 'need' and the object.
Frases relacionadas
χρειάζομαι
synonymI need
έχω την ανάγκη σου
builds onI need you
νιώθω την ανάγκη
similarI feel the need
υπάρχει ανάγκη
contrastThere is a need
