ˈmʏsn̩

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Translation

to have to, must

Grammar

Verb typemodal, irregular (preterite-present)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

leider .

I am afraid I have to go now.

los?

Do you really have to leave already?

mussten fast Stunde warten.

We had to wait almost an hour.

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This word is part of lesson 2.