Chinese phrase
我需要〜什么？ wǒ xū yào 〜 shén me
Meaning
What do I need to ___?
When to use it
It asks what the speaker needs for a task. It is a simple way to ask about required items, information, or preparation before doing something.
Example dialogue
办签证，我需要准备什么？ bàn qiān zhèng wǒ xū yào zhǔn bèi shén me
What do I need to prepare for a visa application?
你需要护照、照片和在职证明。 nǐ xū yào hù zhào zhào piān hé zài zhí zhèng míng
You need a passport, a photo, and proof of employment.