German Conversation · Level 46
74 words
German word
Bedarf
Pronunciation
IPA/bəˈdaʁf/
Meaning
- masculine nounneed
Example
Wir müssen den Bedarf der Kunden verstehen.
We have to understand the customers' needs.
More examples
Bei Bedarf rufen Sie bitte an.
If necessary, please call.
Core concept
A measured amount waiting to be supplied so that a person, group, or activity can function.
Common phrases
bei Bedarf
if necessary
nach Bedarf
as needed
Similar words
Bedürfnis: A physical or psychological need or desire.
Nachfrage: Market demand for goods or services.
Definition in German
Bedarf bezeichnet die Menge oder das Ausmaß von etwas, das gebraucht wird.
Word origin
Bedarf developed from Middle High German bedarf and is related to the verb bedürfen, sharing a Germanic root connected with needing.
Usage tips
- The usual pattern is Bedarf an plus the dative, as in der Bedarf an Wohnraum for the need for housing.
Other meanings
- demandnoun
Opposites
- Mangelshortagenoun