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deber + infinitivo

should / must + infinitive

Expressing Obligation / Necessity
Notes & Usage:

'deber' is slightly more formal than 'tener que'. Can express strong obligation or mild suggestion.

See It in Context

Deber ayudar a los demás es parte de sus valores.

Having a duty to help others is part of his values.

Se debe respetar las normas del edificio.

The building rules must be respected.

No se debe hablar así a los mayores.

One should not speak like that to elders.

Se debe respetar las normas del edificio.

The building rules must be respected.

No se debe hablar así a los mayores.

One should not speak like that to elders.

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