Understanding the Modal Verb "Must": Rules and Examples

Learn when to use the modal verb "must" to express strong obligations and necessities in English.

The modal verb "must" is crucial for expressing strong obligation and necessity. Knowing how to use "must" correctly can significantly enhance your English communication skills. This video provides clear examples to help you understand its usage.

• Strong Obligation:
  • "Employees must attend the safety training session". This sentence indicates a mandatory requirement for employees to participate in safety training.
  • "Students must complete their assignments on time". Here, "must" emphasizes the importance of timely submission of assignments by students.
• Necessity:
  • "You must wear a seatbelt while driving". This example shows a necessary action for safety while driving.
  • "We must find a solution to this problem". Using "must" here indicates the urgency and necessity of resolving an issue.

Understanding these examples will help you use "must" accurately in different contexts, making your speech and writing more precise.