Adjective · A2 · Spanish glossary
Necesario: necessary
necesario
Pronunciation: neh-seh-SAH-ryoh (stress the capital letters)
Necesario means “necessary” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: necessary
- How to say it: neh-seh-SAH-ryoh
- Forms: necesario, necesaria, necesarios, necesarias
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “necesario” means and how to use it
Necesario means “necessary.” The noun is la necesidad.
Forms of “necesario”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | necesario | necesarios |
| Feminine | necesaria | necesarias |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Es necesario llegar temprano.It is necessary to arrive early.
- No es necesario pagar hoy.It is not necessary to pay today.
- Compré solo lo necesario.I bought only what was necessary.
Usage tip
Use “es necesario” plus an infinitive or “que”: es necesario que vengas. The phrase “lo necesario” means “the necessary things.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “necessary” in Spanish?
“necessary” in Spanish is “necesario.” It is pronounced neh-seh-SAH-ryoh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “necesario”?
Say neh-seh-SAH-ryoh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “necesario” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “necesario,” “necesaria,” “necesarios,” and “necesarias.”
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