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he needs vs he need

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'He needs' is used when referring to a singular subject. Meanwhile, 'he need' is less common, but might be used in sentences such as 'I don't know what he might need'.
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Last updated: July 28, 2024 • 42644 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"he needs"

Use 'he needs' when referring to a singular subject.

Examples:

  • He needs to go to the store.
  • He needs help with his homework.
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  • Mar 26, 2018 ... He only texts me when he needs something and that hurts more than not talking to him at all. Should I tell him to leave me alone, because I ...

This phrase is correct, but less commonly used in English.

"he need "

Use 'he need' when referring to a plural subject.

Examples:

  • They need to go to the store.
  • They need help with their homework.
  • Mar 17, 2023 ... If God is omnipotent, why did He need to sacrifice Jesus to spare His wrath? Question. Additionally, He cannot sin, correct? Wouldn't that ...
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  • Apr 2, 2024 ... And no country for old men why did he need the camping poles for the shotgun?
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  • Nov 28, 2023 ... They are still two different words. Is this part of the subjunctive mood? Should he (need/needs ) help, please do lend him a hand.
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  • Feb 24, 2010 ... Hello all, I have recently come across the sentence, "If nothing happens, he need never know." from an American TV-series.
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