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UK//niːd jʊ tʊ steɪ//US//nid ju tʊ steɪ//

Meaning of Need you to stay

Ask someone to remain in a place or situation.

In simple words: Require you to remain here

Need you to stay in a sentence

  • I really need you to stay for the meeting.
  • In tough times, I need you to stay by my side.
  • Please, I need you to stay home tonight.
  • When I feel sad, I need you to stay close.
  • I told her, 'I need you to stay with me forever.'

How to use Need you to stay

Use this phrase to express a desire for someone's presence. It's suitable for informal and neutral contexts, but can feel emotional.

Grammar pattern

standalone request

Memory hint

Imagine needing a friend to stick around, like glue.

Related words

Collocations with Need you to stay

  • need you to stay here
  • need you to stay together
  • need you to stay close

Synonyms for Need you to stay

  • want you to stay
  • require your presence
  • wish for you to remain

Common mistakes with Need you to stay

  • Using 'need' with an incorrect subject (e.g., 'I need you staying').
  • Confusing the phrase with 'want you to stay'.
  • Forgetting to use 'to' before 'stay'.

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Frequently asked questions about Need you to stay

What does Need you to stay mean?

Require you to remain here

What is the definition of Need you to stay?

Ask someone to remain in a place or situation.

How do you use Need you to stay in a sentence?

I really need you to stay for the meeting.

Can you give another example of Need you to stay?

In tough times, I need you to stay by my side.

What are synonyms for Need you to stay?

Common alternatives include want you to stay, require your presence, wish for you to remain.

What words go with Need you to stay?

It commonly pairs with need you to stay here, need you to stay together, need you to stay close.

What are common mistakes when using Need you to stay?

Using 'need' with an incorrect subject (e.g., 'I need you staying'). Confusing the phrase with 'want you to stay'. Forgetting to use 'to' before 'stay'.

How do you pronounce Need you to stay?

US: //nid ju tʊ steɪ//, UK: //niːd jʊ tʊ steɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Need you to stay?

Use this phrase to express a desire for someone's presence. It's suitable for informal and neutral contexts, but can feel emotional.