Deve proprio
Do you really have to
Language note: 'Proprio' emphasizes necessity.
Culture note: Use of proper intonation shows disbelief or reluctance.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Deve
[deh-veh]
must
Indicating necessity or obligation.
Deve proprio essere fatto.
It really must be done.
proprio
[proh-pryoh]
really
Used to emphasize truth or intensity.
Deve proprio partire ora.
He really must leave now.
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