Ha bisogno
Do you need
Language note: Literally, 'Has (you) need?', where 'ha' is from 'avere', to have.
Culture note: Italians often express eagerness to help, so this is a common and polite query.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ha
[ah]
has
Third person singular present tense of 'avere', used to indicate possession or necessity.
Ha un'idea interessante.
He has an interesting idea.
bisogno
[bee-ZOH-nyoh]
need
Noun meaning a requirement or necessity for something.
C'è bisogno di aiuto?
Is there a need for help?
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