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La differenza tra Must e Have to in inglese - Business English For Italian Professionals

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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"?

  1. You _______ show your ID to enter the building. (External rule)

  2. I _______ finish this report today—it's so important! (Personal decision)

  3. Employees _______ wear a uniform during work hours. (Company policy)

  4. You _______ listen to this podcast; it’s fantastic! (Strong opinion)

  5. 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.

  1. (Rule) Employees are required to log in before 9 a.m.
    Rewritten: Employees _______ log in before 9 a.m.

  2. (Opinion) This movie is incredible! You really need to watch it!
    Rewritten: You _______ watch this movie!

  3. (Obligation) The law requires you to carry identification while driving.
    Rewritten: You _______ carry identification while driving.

  4. (Personal belief) Staying hydrated is so important.
    Rewritten: You _______ drink enough water every day.

  5. (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:

  1. A rule at work:
    I have to...

  2. A strong opinion about something you love:
    You must...

  3. A legal requirement in your country:
    We have to...

  4. A personal rule you follow:
    I must...

Challenge 🏆️ - Quanti esempi di must e have to riesci a trovare in questi due articoli dalla BBC? Rispondi a questa mail e dimmi cosa trovi 😀

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The answers 🔍️ 

Part 1:

  1. have to

  2. must

  3. have to

  4. must

  5. have to

Part 2:

  1. D

  2. C

  3. A

  4. B

  5. E

Part 3:

  1. have to

  2. must

  3. have to

  4. must

  5. have to

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