Devez
Must
Language note: Conjugation of 'devoir' (to have to). Often used to express necessity.
Culture note: Using 'devez' makes requests sound more polite in French culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Devez
[duh-veh]
must
'Devez' is a form of the verb 'devoir', used to express obligation or necessity.
Vous devez écouter.
You must listen.
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