Devons-nous (en. Should we)

[də.vɔ̃ nu]

Meaning & Definition

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verb

Interrogative form of the verb 'devoir', which indicates a necessity.

Must we leave now?

Devons-nous partir maintenant ?

Used to ask a question about a collective obligation.

Must we all be present at the meeting?

Devons-nous tous être présents à la réunion ?

Indicates a necessity to act together.

Must we follow this rule together?

Devons-nous suivre cette règle ensemble ?

The verb 'devoir' comes from the Latin 'debere', meaning 'to be obliged to'.

do we really have to

Is it really necessary?

devons-nous vraiment

why must we

What is the reason for this obligation?

pourquoi devons-nous

must we do it

Are we obliged to do it?

devons-nous le faire

duty

Obligation or responsibility.

devoir

obligation

What is required or expected.

obligation

necessity

State of being necessary or indispensable.

nécessité

We have to do this

We have to do this, right?

Faut qu'on fasse ça, non ?

It's mandatory, right?

It's mandatory, right?

C'est obligé, non ?