Benötigst

"Benötigst" is the second-person singular present tense form of the German verb "benötigen." This verb translates to "to need," "to require," or "to be in need of" in English. It is a common and versatile verb used in everyday German conversation and writing.

When a speaker uses "benötigst," they are directly addressing one person (informal "you") and indicating that this person has a need or requirement for something. For example, "Was benötigst du?" translates to "What do you need?" or "What do you require?" Similarly, "Du benötigst Hilfe" means "You need help."

The verb "benötigen" is considered a regular verb in German, meaning its conjugation follows a predictable pattern. The stem is "benötig," and it takes standard verb endings. In the case of "benötigst," the "-st" ending is added to the stem for the second-person singular informal address.

"Benötigen" is often used interchangeably with the verb "brauchen," which also means "to need." However, "benötigen" can sometimes imply a more formal or specific requirement than "brauchen," though this distinction is subtle and context-dependent. The choice between the two often depends on regional usage or personal preference. It's important to note that "benötigst" is specifically for the informal singular "you"; for formal singular "you" or plural "you," different forms of the verb would be used.