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The Important Difference Between 需 (xū) and 须 (xū)

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ID: 7383 Intermediate
You might not be aware, but there are two identical pronunciations of the word "to need' in Chinese. Not only do they sound the same, but they also mean almost the exact same thing! Fear not. With the right know how, you will be able to use the correct one for each situation. Video Lesson Here:http://chinesepodtv.wistia.com/medias/4mp0ynvxbk https://chinesepodtv.wistia.com/medias/4mp0ynvxbk
Thu Jan 15 2015 | Fiona Tian
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SIMPLIFIED PINYIN ENGLISH  
需 xū need
须 xū must
需要 xūyào to need
须要 xūyào have to or obliged to
需
xū
(verb) need
须
xū
(adverb) must
需要
xūyào
(verb or noun) to need or need.
须要
xūyào
(adverb) must do/have/verb
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