Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dever
verb
/ˈde.vɛr/
Definition
to have a moral or legal obligation to do something
Examples
- Você deve estudar para a prova. (You must study for the exam.)
- Ela deve chegar a tempo. (She should arrive on time.)
- Todos devem seguir as regras. (Everyone must follow the rules.)
Meaning
The term ‘dever’ is used to express necessity or duty. It indicates that something is required or expected of someone.
Synonyms
- obrigar
- necessitar
- ter que