English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "hate you need" Mean?
Learn what "hate you need" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Rude
Firm
Complain
I hate you need to suck up to her.
It means the speaker is criticizing someone for flattering or ingratiating themselves to another person.
From On One Condition, Episode 10
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker complains about someone needing to flatter another person to get ahead.
Usage Scenario
Use this when talking about office politics or unfair favoritism. It is informal and can sound rude.
Better ways to say it
1
I hate that you need to suck up to her.
2
You shouldn’t have to suck up to her.
3
Stop sucking up to her.
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