This is the 4204th most frequent German word.
benötigen
"Benötigen" means "to need" or "to require."
Used here in the sense of requiring something essential for a purpose.
Wir benötigen mehr Zeit, um die Aufgabe zu beenden.
We require more time to complete the task.
Expressing a polite offer or inquiry about necessity.
Benötigen Sie Hilfe beim Tragen der Taschen?
Do you need help carrying the bags?
Indicating the requirement of specific details for the objective.