No need Meaning in English
expression
ˈnoʊ/ /ˈnid
NOH-need
nəʊ/ /nˈiːd
noh-NEED
Definition
An informal way to say that something isn't required, necessary, or wanted.
Usage & Nuances
Common in spoken and informal writing. Often appears as 'there's no need' or with actions ('no need to worry'). Softens a refusal or tells someone not to do something. Different from 'not necessary,' which sounds more formal.
Spanish: no hace falta - no es necesarioPortuguese (BR): não precisa - não é precisoPortuguese (PT): não é preciso - não é necessárioChinese (Simplified): 不用 - 没必要Chinese (Traditional): 不用 - 沒必要Hindi: ज़रूरत नहीं है - आवश्यकता नहीं हैArabic: لا داعي - لا حاجةBengali: প্রয়োজন নেই - দরকার নেইRussian: не нужно - нет необходимостиJapanese: 必要ない - いらないVietnamese: không cần - không cần thiếtKorean: 필요 없어 - 안 해도 돼Turkish: gerek yok - gerek değilUrdu: ضرورت نہیں - کوئی ضرورت نہیںIndonesian: tidak perlu - nggak usah
Example Sentences
There is no need to bring any food.
basic
You have no need to worry about the test.
basic
If you're tired, there's no need to come.
basic
No need! I've got it all under control.
natural
Thanks, but there's really no need to get me a gift.
natural
Seriously, no need to apologize, it's okay.
natural