What is the Spanish word for "must"?

Learn how to say "must" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

must

Spanish

deber

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Alternative translations of "must"

tener que

Examples of how to use "must" in Spanish

English
You must finish all of your homework.
Spanish
Debes terminar toda tu tarea.
English
You must finish your homework.
Spanish
Debes terminar tu tarea.
English
I had to leave early.
Spanish
Tuve que irme temprano.
English
She is having to practice daily.
Spanish
Ella tiene que practicar a diario.
English
They have had to move.
Spanish
Han tenido que mudarse.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "must" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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