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Wordabulary

have to

Pronunciation
Verb A1 Beginner

Quick answer

To be required or obliged to do something.

"I have to finish this report before I leave tonight."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

must need to

Usage notes

In questions and negatives, "have to" usually needs "do": "Do you have to go?" rather than "Have you to go?" in modern English.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "I _____ finish this report before I leave tonight."

Answer: have to

In your own words, what does "have to" mean?

To be required or obliged to do something.

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