Devoir
Example: Je dois finir mes devoirs avant de sortir ce soir.
Definition
"Devoir" is a French verb that means to have an obligation or necessity to do something. It is commonly used to express duties, responsibilities, or strong recommendations, as in the sentence 'Je dois finir mes devoirs avant de sortir ce soir,' which means 'I must finish my homework before going out tonight.'
Etymology
The French verb "devoir" originates from the Latin word 'debere,' which means 'to owe' or 'to be obliged.' Over time, it evolved in French to carry the sense of duty or necessity, reflecting the idea of owing an action or responsibility. Did you know that "devoir" is closely related to the English word 'duty,' sharing the same Latin root?
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"Devoir" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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