OBLIGATION AND NECESSITY
EGP #552 | B2 | MODALITY / need Can use 'needn't' to talk about a lack of obligation. Lexical range: N/A
你不需要带任何食物。
You ___needn't bring any food.
你不必为饮品付钱——主人已经请客了。
You ___needn't pay for the drinks — the host has already covered everything.
我们不必赶——会议中午才开始。
We ___needn't rush — the meeting doesn't start until noon.
他们不必知道这个惊喜——我们先保密。
They ___needn't know about the surprise — let's keep it a secret.
你如果不舒服就不必来了。
You ___needn't come if you are feeling unwell.