Bedürfen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Bedürfen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to need", "to require" or "to be in need of".

Essential properties of "bedürfen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: bedürfen
  • Simple past: bedurfte
  • Participle: bedurft

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "bedürfen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To need or require something/someone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Dieses Projekt bedarf einer sorgfältigen Planung.This project requires careful planning.
  2. Die Situation bedarf dringend einer Lösung.The situation urgently needs a solution.
  3. Alte Menschen bedürfen oft besonderer Pflege.Elderly people often require special care.

2.) "To formally require or demand"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Diese Entscheidung bedarf der Zustimmung des Vorstands.This decision requires the approval of the board.
  2. Der Vertrag bedarf der Schriftform.The contract requires written form.
  3. Einige Medikamente bedürfen eines Rezepts.Some medications require a prescription.
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