CEFR A1 · Verbs

have to

/hæv tuː/ Headword: have 📚 Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)

Synonyms & Antonyms

To be obliged or required to do something; it expresses necessity or obligation.

Synonyms

must be obliged to be required to need to

Antonyms

don't have to be allowed to may

Translations

have to in your language

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عربي

يجب أن / يتوجب عليه.

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اردو

کرنا پڑتا ہے / ضروری ہے۔

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हिंदी

करना होगा / ज़रूरी है।

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中文

必须 / 不得不。

Easy Explanation

This means you must do something. It's not a choice; it's necessary. You have no other option.

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Memory TipThink of 'have to' as 'must do'.

Contextual Examples

I have to (must) finish this report before I leave the office today.

You don't have to (not required) come if you're too busy; it's optional.

We have to (must) buy more milk because the fridge is empty.

Pronunciation & Context