How to Pronounce "need to"
expression
ˈnid/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
NEED-tuh, NEED-ta, NEED-ti
nˈiːd/ /tˈuː
NEED-too
Definition
Used to express that something is necessary or required. It shows an obligation, requirement, or strong necessity to do something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnid/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
nˈiːd/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEED-tuh, NEED-ta, NEED-ti
UK
NEED-too
Listen in Context
You need to finish your homework.
I need to buy some milk.
We need to talk.
Do you need to leave now, or can you stay a bit longer?