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La differenza tra Must e Have to in inglese - Business English For Italian Professionals
Buongiorno!
È arrivato il momento che aspetti con ansia ogni settimana: la nuova edizione di The English Breakfast—la rubrica settimanale di consigli e trucchi di Business English pensata appositamente per i professionisti italiani.
Oggi sfateremo il mistero attorno a due termini che vengono spesso confusi: Must e Have to.
Ad esempio, sapresti dire quale frase è più appropriata?
My boss says I have to work this weekend
I must work this weekend 😭
Sia must che have to esprimono obbligo, e sono utili quando vuoi tradurre il verbo dovere, ma vengono usati in modo diverso. Ecco un rapido promemoria:
Must: Usato per opinioni personali forti o quando l’obbligo espresso viene direttamente da chi parla. È più formale ed enfatico.
Have to: Usato per obblighi o requisiti esterni, come regole, leggi o istruzioni. L’obbligo viene da una fonte esterna.
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Let’s do some practice - trovi le soluzioni sono alla fine 👀
Part 1 - What’s the missing word, "must" or "have to"?
You _______ show your ID to enter the building. (External rule)
I _______ finish this report today—it's so important! (Personal decision)
Employees _______ wear a uniform during work hours. (Company policy)
You _______ listen to this podcast; it’s fantastic! (Strong opinion)
We _______ submit the proposal by Friday; it’s the deadline. (External obligation)
Part 2: Match the Sentences
Match each sentence with the correct explanation: "Must" or "Have to."
Sentence | Explanation | |
1. You must stay focused! | A. External rule | |
2. We have to leave now to be on time. | B. Personal opinion | |
3. Drivers have to follow traffic laws. | C. Requirement | |
4. You must try this dish; it’s amazing! | D. Strong opinion | |
5. Students must attend the meeting. | E. Internal rule |
Part 3: Rewrite the Sentences
Rewrite each sentence using either "must" or "have to," depending on the context.
(Rule) Employees are required to log in before 9 a.m.
Rewritten: Employees _______ log in before 9 a.m.(Opinion) This movie is incredible! You really need to watch it!
Rewritten: You _______ watch this movie!(Obligation) The law requires you to carry identification while driving.
Rewritten: You _______ carry identification while driving.(Personal belief) Staying hydrated is so important.
Rewritten: You _______ drink enough water every day.(Instruction) You need to complete this form before the meeting.
Rewritten: You _______ complete this form before the meeting.
Part 4: Practice Your Own Sentences
Think of your own sentences using "must" and "have to" to describe obligations in your personal and professional life. Use these prompts to guide you:
A rule at work:
I have to...A strong opinion about something you love:
You must...A legal requirement in your country:
We have to...A personal rule you follow:
I must...
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The answers 🔍️
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Part 2:
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Part 3:
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