B1verbworklaw
US/rɪˈkwaɪr/
UK/rɪˈkwaɪə/
to need something, or to officially say that someone must do something
In context
This job requires at least two years of experience in marketing.
All visitors are required to wear a helmet on the building site.
Learning a language requires patience and a lot of practice.
Words that go with require
verb + noun
- require attentionThese small plants require attention every day in hot weather.
- require effortChanging old habits will require effort and time.
- require permissionYou require permission from the school to film inside.
- require experienceMost of these jobs require experience, which is hard for graduates.
verb + preposition
- required by lawWearing a helmet on a motorbike is required by law.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This job requires to have experience.Correct: This job requires experience. / This job requires you to have experience.