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没必要
méi bìyào
no need
你没必要担心这件事。
You don't need to worry about this.
informal
Not necessary; unnecessary; no need to do something.
为了这点小事吵架，真的没必要。
It's really no need to argue over such a trivial matter.
你没必要跟他生气。
You don't need to be angry with him.
Often used to advise against unnecessary actions or emotions.
Pro Tip
Usage Context
没必要 is typically used in casual conversations to advise against something. It’s softer than saying 'don't do it' and often implies 'there's no point in doing this'.
Gold Rule
Negation Structure
没必要 + Verb/Action: Used to negate the necessity of an action. Example: 没必要担心 (no need to worry).
Word Origin
Composed of 没 (méi, 'not') and 必要 (bìyào, 'necessity'). Literally means 'not necessary', reflecting the direct negation of a requirement.
Usage Notes
Used to express that an action or feeling is unwarranted or excessive. Often appears in conversational contexts to advise against overreaction or unnecessary effort.
Word Breakdown
没
not
adverb必要
necessity
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