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How is the word Devoir translated from French to English

Sert à dire ce qu'il conviendrait de faire.

Used to say what is the right thing to do.

verb
English translation
Ought

Examples with “Devoir”

See how the word “Devoir” is used in sentences

  • Tu devrais t'excuser. — You ought to apologize.

  • Devrions-nous lui dire la vérité ? — Ought we to tell him the truth?

  • Il sait qu'il ne devrait pas se plaindre. — He knows he ought not to complain.

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FAQ about “Devoir”

How is “Devoir” translated from French?
“Devoir” translates into English as “Ought”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “Devoir” mean?
Meaning of “Devoir”: Sert à dire ce qu'il conviendrait de faire. In English — “Ought”.
What part of speech is “Devoir”?
“Devoir” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “Devoir”?
Example sentences with “Devoir” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “Devoir”?
Add “Devoir” to your VibeLing vocabulary: you get the translation, transcription and examples, and spaced repetition brings the word back right when you start to forget it.