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requirement
A necessary condition or formal requirement that must be fulfilled in order for something specific to happen or be valid.
Ein abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium ist ein zwingendes Erfordernis für diese Position.
A completed university degree is a mandatory requirement for this position.
'Das Erfordernis' (requirement) is the noun related to the verb 'erfordern' (to require). It therefore refers to what a situation or set of rules requires or demands.
Die aktuelle Lage erfordert schnelles Handeln.
The current situation requires quick action.
This word belongs to formal language and is often used in official, legal, or administrative contexts. In normal conversation, it often sounds very formal.
Die Einhaltung der Sicherheitsvorschriften ist ein gesetzliches Erfordernis.
Compliance with the safety regulations is a legal requirement.
Common adjectives are 'zwingendes' (mandatory), 'formales' (formal), or 'notwendiges' (necessary) Erfordernis. You can 'erfüllen' (fulfill) the Erfordernisse or 'ihnen entsprechen' (meet them).
Bewerber müssen alle formalen Erfordernisse erfüllen.
Applicants must fulfill all formal requirements.
need
'der Bedarf' and 'das Erfordernis' both have to do with something necessary. 'Bedarf' is used when someone needs something or when the amount needed is being discussed. This often fits things like help, staff, money, or material. 'Erfordernis' sounds more formal and refers more to a necessary condition that must be fulfilled, for example for an exam, a permit, or a contract. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with necessity. As a practical rule: 'Bedarf' tends to ask 'What or how much is needed?', while 'Erfordernis' tends to ask 'Which condition must be fulfilled?'.
Ein gültiger Ausweis ist ein wichtiges Erfordernis für die Anmeldung.
A valid ID is an important requirement for registration.
Im Winter ist der Bedarf an warmen Decken in der Unterkunft besonders groß.
In winter, the need for warm blankets in the shelter is especially great.